1. Teacher's Day falls on Sept 5th, celebrating Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's birth, who suggested it be dedicated to educators instead of his own birthday.
1. Teacher's Day falls on Sept 5th, celebrating Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's birth, who suggested it be dedicated to educators instead of his own birthday.
2. UNESCO recognizes World Teachers' Day on October 5th, while India has its Guru Purnima tradition for honoring teachers.
2. UNESCO recognizes World Teachers' Day on October 5th, while India has its Guru Purnima tradition for honoring teachers.
3. Different Indian states have unique names for Teacher's Day, like "Sikshak Diwas" in West Bengal and "Guru Utsavam" in Tamil Nadu.
3. Different Indian states have unique names for Teacher's Day, like "Sikshak Diwas" in West Bengal and "Guru Utsavam" in Tamil Nadu.
4. National Awards for Teachers are often given on Teacher's Day to exceptional educators who contribute significantly to the field of education.
4. National Awards for Teachers are often given on Teacher's Day to exceptional educators who contribute significantly to the field of education.
5. Teacher's Day also serves as a platform for discussions on education reforms and improvements in the country.
5. Teacher's Day also serves as a platform for discussions on education reforms and improvements in the country.
6. Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was a philosopher and India's second President.
6. Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was a philosopher and India's second President.
7. This day has global significance with UNESCO observing World Teachers' Day on October 5th.
7. This day has global significance with UNESCO observing World Teachers' Day on October 5th.