Teachers’ Day 2024: Teachers’ Day is celebrated every year on 5th September in India. This day highlights the importance of teachers in our lives and is the day of celebration in all educational institutions. Various events are organised and students express their gratitude towards their teachers in their own way, either by giving them gifts or through other means.
This day is not limited to traditional teachers only; it is also a day to show gratitude to anyone who has played a guiding role at some point in one’s life.
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Why is Teachers’ Day celebrated on 5th September in India?
Teachers’ Day is celebrated on October 5th all over the world, but in India it is celebrated on September 5th to commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, the first Vice President and second President of India. This day marks the birthday of Dr. Radhakrishnan and the tradition of celebrating it as Teachers’ Day began many years ago to honour his contributions.
Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan’s contributions to education
Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan made significant contributions to the field of education. Teachers’ Day is celebrated on his birthday on 5 September. He was a renowned teacher, scholar and philosopher, and was also awarded India’s highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna.
How did the celebration begin?
It is said that Dr. Radhakrishnan was much loved by his students, who wanted to celebrate his birthday with great enthusiasm. However, he did not agree to a grand celebration of his birthday and instead suggested that the day be celebrated as Teachers’ Day. Since then, 5th September is celebrated as Teachers’ Day, coinciding with the birth anniversary of Dr. Radhakrishnan. He was the President of India from 1962 to 1967.
When was it first celebrated?
Teachers’ Day is celebrated in India on 5th September since 1962. On this day, schools, colleges and other educational institutions across the country pay tribute to Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan and celebrate Teachers’ Day. Some places organize programs in his honour while others find unique ways to express their gratitude to teachers.
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