2. Indian philosopher and statesman
Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, OM, FBA, (5
September 1888 – 17 April 1975)
• Born September 5, 1888 Thiruttani, Tamil Nadu
, India. Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
• Spouse(s) Sivakamu
• Children Five daughters and a son
• Occupation Politician, Philosopher,
Professor
3. 1st Vice President of India
In office
May 13, 1952 – May 12, 1962
President Rajendra Prasad
Preceded byOffice created
Succeeded by Zakir Hussain
2nd President of India
13 May 1962 – 13 May 1967
Prime Minister Gulzarilal Nanda (1st term)
Lal Bahadur Shastri
Gulzarilal Nanda (2nd term)
Vice President Zakir Hussain
Preceded byRajendra Prasad
Succeeded by Zakir Hussain
CAREER HISTORY
4. In 1918, Radhakrishnan was selected as Professor of
Philosophy by the University of Mysore.
He believed in "genuine manifestation of the Indian spirit."
Radhakrishnan's second book, "The Reign of Religion in
Contemporary Philosophy" was published in 1920.
This gave him the opportunity to lecture to the students of the
University of Oxford on Comparative Religion.
LITERATURE
5. In 1947, Radhakrishnan represented India at
UNESCO, and was later Ambassador of India to the
Soviet Union, from 1949 to 1952.
He was also elected to The Assembly of India.
6. When he became President, some of his
students and friends requested him to
allow them to celebrate his birthday, 5
September. He replied,
"Instead of celebrating my birthday, it
would be my proud privilege if 5
September is observed as Teachers' Day."
7. IN INDIA, Teachers' Day (also called Teachers' Appreciation
Day or National Teachers' Day) is celebrated on September
5, every year. Teachers' Day is a dedication to Dr Sarvepalli
Radhakrishnan, who was a staunch believer of education
and was one of the most well known diplomat, scholar,
President of India and above all a great teacher.
8. When is Teacher's Day ?
Teachers Day Is Celebrated In:
India = 5 Sept
Pakistan = 5 Oct
China = 10 Sept
Germany = 5 Oct
Sri Lanka = 6 Oct
Malaysia = 16 May
Newzilnd = 29 Oct
Brazil = 15 Oct
9. I may not say it always.
But, I mean it whenever I say it.
Thank You Teacher
For all the things you have done for me.
Happy Teachers Day !
