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There is no question that teaching is a noble vocation that merits just as much love and respect as any other. Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's birthday, September 5, is commemorated each year in India with Teachers' Day 2022. He was a Bharat Ratna recipient, academic, and former president of India.
Students across the nation will honour and respect their teachers on Teachers' Day 2022. On September 5, special events are also planned in several schools to honour Teachers' Day. The celebration of Teachers' Day in 2022 serves as a reminder of the crucial role that educators play in developing the most talented citizens of our nation.
About Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was an Indian leader, philosopher, politician, and academic. He was India's second President and first Vice President. As a writer, Radhakrishnan dedicated his life to elucidating, defending, and promoting his religion, which he variously referred to as Hinduism, Vedanta, and the religion of the Spirit. He aimed to demonstrate the intellectual and ethical viability of Hinduism.
He frequently exhibits comfort with both Indian and Western intellectual settings, and his writing frequently incorporates both Western and Indian sources. As a result, Radhakrishnan has gained praise in academic circles as a representation of Hinduism in the West.
This outstanding educator also received the Bharat Ratna in 1954. The Indian government declared September 5 to be National Teachers' Day in 1962, the year Dr Radhakrishnan was born. Since then, September 5 has been designated as Teachers' Day.
Let’s know about some interesting facts on Teacher’s Day
1. Teacher’s Day in China
At China's National Central University, Teachers' Day was inaugurated in 1931. In 1932, the Chinese government gave it the go-ahead. Later in 1939, August 27 was designated as Teacher's Day in honour of Confucius' birthday; however, the declaration was revoked in 1951. The 10th of September was designated as Teacher's Day in 1985. Most Chinese people now want Confucius' birthday to be celebrated as Teachers' Day once more.
2. Reason behind India’s Teacher’s Day
In India, on September 5, Teachers' Day is observed in Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's memory. Radhakrishnan, the nation's second president, was born on this day.
3. Teacher’s Day globally
While International Teachers Day is observed on October 5, Teacher's Day is observed in India on September 5. It's noteworthy to note that while Teachers' Day is observed globally, each country has designated a different day for it. This day might be a working day or a holiday depending on the nation.
4. International Teacher’s Day is on 5th October
UNESCO proclaimed October 5 as International Teachers' Day. Since 1994, people have celebrated it. It was started to encourage teacher collaboration and raise awareness of the significance of teachers in meeting the requirements of future generations.
5. The starting of Teacher’s Day in India
In 1962, Dr Radhakrishnan was elected president of India. Some of his friends and students approached him and begged him to let them celebrate his birthday on September 5. In response, Dr S. Radhakrishnan said, "Instead of quietly celebrating my birthday, it would be my haughty privilege if September 5th is scrutinised as Teachers' Day." The fact that the Indian President made such a request demonstrates Dr S. Radhakrishnan's love and commitment to teachers. Since then, India has observed Teachers' Day on September 5th.
6. Teacher’s Day in US and Thailand
Teachers' Day is observed throughout the entire week in the US on the Tuesday of the first full week in May.
In Thailand, National Teacher's Day is observed on January 16 of each year. On November 21, 1956, introducing a resolution to this place led to the approval of Teachers' Day. In 1957, the inaugural Teacher's Day was observed. In schools, this day is a holiday.
7. Student’s love for their teacher
All of Radhakrishnan's devoted students dragged a flower carriage from the Mysore University to the train station as he left to assume responsibility as a professor in Calcutta.
On the occasion of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's birthday, Teachers' Day is observed (September 5). He was a superb educator. He also served as India's first Vice-President and second President after independence. Radhakrishnan, a Brahmin who was born on September 5th, 1888 in the Tamil Nadu town of Tirumani, received the Bharat Ratna in 1954.
8. Teacher’s Day in Islamic Countries
The 28th of February is recognised as Teachers' Day in Oman, Syria, Egypt, Libya, United Arab Emirates, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Morocco, and many more Islamic nations.
The Bottom Line
Teachers' Day is a wonderful opportunity to appreciate and celebrate the bond between educators and students. So make an effort to speak with your teachers that day and express your wishes. Send them a note if they are far away to brighten their day.
Teaching is neither a service, a profession, or a job, as is often asserted. It supports society as a whole.
Written By- Hanshu Varandani
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