DR.S.RADHAKRISHNAN

Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, born in 1888, was the president of India from 1962 to 1967. He was also a renowned statesman, philosopher and author. Some of his books include The Dhammapada, Recovery of Faith and Indian Philosophy. In 1931, Radhakrishnan was given the title of British Knight Bachelor. In 1954, he became the recipient of the Bharat Ratna. From 1962 onwards, 5th September, which is the author's birthday, has been celebrated as Teachers' Day in India. In 1963, Radhakrishnan became an honorary member of The British Royal Order of Merit. He won The Templeton Prize in 1975 and passed away the same year.