In India, 5th September is celebrated as Teachers‟ Day as a mark of tribute to the contribution made by teachers to the society. 5th September is the birthday of a great teacher Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a staunch believer of education and a well-known diplomat, visionary, statesman, scholar, President of India and above all a perfect Teacher. In 1962, when Dr. Radhakrishnan became the President of India, he was approached with a request of celebrating his birthday. He said, "Instead of celebrating my birthday, it would be my proud privilege if this day is observed as Teachers‟ Day”. This showed his love for the teaching profession. From then onwards, this day is celebrated as Teachers' Day in India. Teachers mould the lives of the students by guiding them, by enriching their personalities, by imparting ethical and moral values and have more influence on them.
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