Teachers Day, India

 

In India, Teachers’ Day is celebrated every year on 5th September.

The date marks the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan (1888–1975) — philosopher, scholar, Bharat Ratna awardee, and the second President of India (1962–1967).

When Radhakrishnan became President, some of his students and friends asked to celebrate his birthday. Instead, he suggested:

“Instead of celebrating my birthday, it would be my proud privilege if September 5 is observed as Teachers’ Day.”

  Since 1962, September 5 has been officially observed as Teachers’ Day in India.

 

 

 

 

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