Dr M.Rajaram is an exceptional IAS Officer with balanced views on administration. His efficiency in administration brought him many prestigious awards, notably the 'Best Collector Award', Malcolm Award and Anna Award from the government. He has authored more than 40 books: Quality Educational Administration, Who will Bell the Cat?, Thirukkural– Pearls of Wisdom, Elemental Warriors, Food for Thought, Passport for Success, Blossoms, Yellow Line, Glory of Thirukkural, Better Tomorrow, Better English.