India marks National Teachers’ Day on September 5th to remember the birth of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. Radhakrishna was India’s second President and a lifelong educator.
The decision to observe Teachers' Day on September 5 was made in 1962 after Dr. Radhakrishnan had become the President of India. Some of his old students had come to pay their respects and requested him that his birthday be celebrated as a festival.
Instead of taking the credit Radhakrishnan asked them to use September 5th to show respect to all teachers across the country.
Before entering politics Radhakrishnan worked as a professor at Madras Presidency College, Mysore University, and Calcutta University. He also headed Andhra University and Banaras Hindu University.
Education according to Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan goes beyond books and examinations. The information that is acquired outside books enables individuals to think independently, he says.
Biographical Timeline of Dr. Radhakrishnan
1888: Born on September 5 in Tirutani, Tamil Nadu
1948: Headed the University Education Commission
1958: Indian Government started National Teachers' Awards
1962: First Teachers' Day celebrated in India
1975: Passed away on April 17
- “A teacher’s light ignites the flame of curiosity in every student.”
- “In the garden of knowledge, teachers are the nurturing hands.”
- “Each lesson taught is a seed planted for a brighter future.”
- “Teachers don’t just teach; they inspire dreams and shape destinies.”
- “With every challenge faced, a teacher carves the path to resilience.”
- “A teacher’s passion is the compass guiding students toward success.”
- “In the classroom of life, teachers are the true architects of character.”
- “A teacher’s words can turn doubt into determination.”
- “Behind every successful student stands a dedicated teacher.”
- “Teachers are the silent heroes, crafting futures with patience and love.”
- “Education is the journey; teachers are the steadfast guides.”
- “In a world of noise, teachers are the voice of reason and hope.”
- “Through every trial, a teacher’s support gives wings to ambition.”
- “A teacher’s influence transcends time, shaping generations to come.”
- “The heart of a teacher beats for the success of each student.”
- “With every lesson, a teacher writes a chapter in a student’s life story.”
- “In the symphony of education, teachers are the conductors of harmony.”
- “The bravery of a teacher lies in their unwavering belief in every student.”
- “Teaching isn’t a profession; it’s a passion that changes lives.”
- “A teacher’s greatest gift is the ability to awaken potential in others.”
