Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was a prominent Indian philosopher, scholar, and politician who served as the second President of India from 1962 to 1967. Born on September 5, 1888, he was a key figure in the field of education and played a significant role in promoting Indian philosophy and culture globally. Radhakrishnan was also a distinguished diplomat and served as India's first Vice President. He emphasized the importance of education and was known for his advocacy of dialogue between different faiths and cultures. His birthday, September 5, is celebrated as Teacher's Day in India to honor educators.