India, Sept. 5 -- Every year, Teachers' Day is celebrated on September 5 across the country. Schools, colleges, universities, and all educational institutes commemorate the birthday of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, an Indian politician, philosopher, and statesman.

Dr Radhakrishnan was born on September 5, 1888 in Madras Presidency. He was a renowned teacher who served as a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Mysore and the University of Calcutta. Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was also appointed as the second vice chancellor of Andhra University from 1931 to 1936 and the fourth vice chancellor of Banaras Hindu University from 1939 to 1948.

Teachers' Day 2025: Why India celebrates it on Sept 5 and others on October 5

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