4 Greatest Teachers Who Redefined The Idea Of Education In Ancient India
Summary: On the occasion of Teacher’s Day, let us celebrate the most celebrated teachers of India who have redefined the meaning of education. “Knowledge gives us power, love gives us fullness."- Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. Every year on the 5 th of September, India celebrates the teachers and the essence of their direct contribution to building the nation’s future. But do you know why we celebrate this day? Though teacher’s day is celebrated across the globe on different dates, India celebrates it on the 5 th of September every year as a tribute to the contribution of India’s former President- Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. He was knighted in 1931 and was made an honorary member of the British Royal Order of Merit in 1963. Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was born on September 5. He was a great philosopher and scholar and was conferred with Bharat Ratna. Born in a poor family in Andhra Pradesh’s Tiruttani, he was a bright student and continued to pursue his studies through schol...