Teachers’ Day 2023: History, theme, significance and celebrations of ‘Shikshak Diwas’
Teachers’ Day 2023: Teachers' Day 2023 falls on Tuesday, September 5, and is celebrated nationwide in India. It's a day dedicated to honoring the memory of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, whose birth anniversary on September 5 is celebrated as National Teachers' Day. This special day is an opportunity to pay tribute to the remarkable educators who have devoted their lives to shaping the minds of the next generation.
Dr Radhakrishnan was a well-known for his notable work as a teacher and scholar, was the first Vice-President of India and the second President of Indi. He was born on September 5, 1888.
The relationship between a teacher and a student is always a special one as teachers teach their students the way to live and how to prepare them to face the problems in the future.
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The Teacher’s Day 2023 theme is “Teachers at the heart of education recovery”.
Teachers’ Day is celebrated on September 5 annually which coincides with the birth anniversary of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a renowned philosopher, scholar, and the second President of India. When he became President, his students and friends requested him to allow them to celebrate his birthday. In response, Dr Radhakrishnan suggested that instead of celebrating his birthday, it would be better to honor all teachers. Since then, September 5 has been celebrated as Teacher's Day in India.
Teachers’ Day holds a special significance as the day provides an opportunity for students and society as a whole to express gratitude and appreciation for the hard work, dedication, and invaluable role that teachers play in shaping the lives of students. It is an occasion for educators to reflect on their teaching practices and strive for continuous improvement. It's a time for them to receive recognition and support for their efforts, which can boost their morale and motivation to excel in their profession.
Teachers' Day also raises awareness about the importance of education and the critical role teachers play in the development of individuals and society. It highlights the need for adequate resources, support, and training for educators.
Teachers' Day is celebrated with great fervor in schools and educational institutions across the country on September 5 to commemorate the birth anniversary of philosopher and academician Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. This tradition began in 1962, to celebrate the work of the great philosopher, scholar, teacher, and politician.
On this day, students gift their teachers or mentor something special and make them feel appreciated. This Teacher's Day, if you're confused about what gift you should give to your favourite teacher, don't worry, we've got you covered. So, take an idea!
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- With inputs from agencies
