Philosopher, teacher and second President of India
Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
5 September 1888 – 17 April 1975 · Born in Tiruttani, Tamil Nadu
Who was Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan?
Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was one of the twentieth century's most respected scholars of Indian philosophy. He served as India's first Vice-President and second President, and asked that his birthday be marked as Teachers' Day rather than celebrated for himself.
Key dates
- 1952
Becomes the first Vice-President of India.
- 1954
Awarded the Bharat Ratna.
- 1962
Becomes the second President of India; his birthday is first observed as Teachers' Day.
- 1975
Passes away in Chennai on 17 April.
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