The doodle features an octopus as a teacher standing in front of a black-board and solving problems of various subjects. Fish, carrying notes, solving math equations, also appear as students.
The tradition of celebrating Teachers' Day on September 5 began in India in 1962. Internationally, Teachers' Day is held on October 5 to commemorate the anniversary of the adoption of the 1966 ILO/UNESCO Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers.
Born on September 5, 1888 in Tamil Nadu, Radhakrishnan completed his education from Madras Christian College. His passion for education led him towards the profession of teaching, and he taught at several educational institutions including Mysore University, Madras Presidency College, Oxford University, University of Chicago, and Calcutta University.
This photograph, clicked in 1954 during the signing of joint declaration by China and India, shows Chinese premier Zhou and Indian President Dr Rajendra Prasad, Vice president Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan and Indian Premier Jawaharlal Nehru.
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A teacher and promoter of education, he went on to become India's first Vice President and second President.
In 1954, he was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award. Dr Radhakrishnan was also nominated for the Nobel Prize multiple times.
He passed away on April 17 in 1975.
Teachers' Day: Films That Showed Love & Bonding
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A teacher is one who gives away all his/her knowledge to the student in exchange for no material gain. To commemorate this special relationship and to honour that Guru, Teachers' Day is celebrated all over India on the September 5. This day marks the birthday of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan and his contributions to the field of education.
Ancient scriptures, books, stories and movies have often told the story of the value of a good teacher in a student’s life.
Here's a look at some of the films which show the different teacher-student relationships.
A teacher is one who gives away all his/her knowledge to the student in exchange for no material gain. To commemorate this special relationship and to honour that Guru, Teachers' Day is celebrated al..
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Back in 1954, one of the earliest films on importance of a teacher in a student’s life was made. Starring Rajkumar Gupta, Abhi Bhattacharya, and Ratan Kumar in the lead roles, 'Jagriti' tells the story of a rich, spoilt child, Ajay, who was sent to a boarding school. There Ajay is introduced to Shekhar, one of the teachers at the school, who tries to instill good values in the students in unorthodox ways.
It went on to win not just hearts, but also the Filmfare award for Best Movie.
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Back in 1954, one of the earliest films on importance of a teacher in a student’s life was made. Starring Rajkumar Gupta, Abhi Bhattacharya, and Ratan Kumar in the lead roles, 'Jagriti' tells the sto..
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The 1999 film is based on the life of Homer Hickam, a coal miner's son who went on to become a NASA engineer. Inspired by the first Sputnik launch, Hickam wanted to to take up rocketry but his father was against the idea.
Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen, and Laura Dern, it shows how a teacher can help fight all odds and achieve your dreams.
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The 1999 film is based on the life of Homer Hickam, a coal miner's son who went on to become a NASA engineer. Inspired by the first Sputnik launch, Hickam wanted to to take up rocketry but his fathe..
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The Aamir Khan-starrer, about a young child, Ishan, suffering from dyslexia and his art teacher, changed the way Indian parents looked at children who didn't score well in exams.
When Ishan is sent off to boarding school as punishment for poor grades, he is introduced to an alien, strict environment. Till he meets the new art teacher in the school, Ram Shankar Nikumbh (Aamir Khan), who looks behind his exam scores and identifies his troubles. He helps him grow and discover his love for art, and cope with his dyslexia.
The movie bagged the Filmfare award for the Best Film.
The Aamir Khan-starrer, about a young child, Ishan, suffering from dyslexia and his art teacher, changed the way Indian parents looked at children who didn't score well in exams. When Ishan is sent o..
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Based on Brad Cohen's autobiography 'Front of the Class: How Tourette Syndrome Made Me the Teacher I Never Had', Rani Mukerji's 'Hichki' introduced many unaware people to the syndrome.
Mukerji essays the role of a teacher suffering from tourette's who is given a class of underprivileged students - in rebel mode. While her initial attempts at making the class focus fail, it's her determination that eventually leads her to success. (Image: Instagram)
Based on Brad Cohen's autobiography 'Front of the Class: How Tourette Syndrome Made Me the Teacher I Never Had', Rani Mukerji's 'Hichki' introduced many unaware people to the syndrome. Mukerji essays..
