A Teacher’s Influence On Student Is Immense: YS Jagan

Today is the birth anniversary of Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, the first vice president of India. His birth anniversary is being celebrated as Teacher's Day for years now. He always said that teachers should be the best minds in the country."

YSR Congress Party Chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy lauded the contribution of teachers in shaping the society. He said the role of a teacher in the country's development was immense. In his facebook post, YS Jagan said that India was a role model for other countries for giving the greatest place to a teacher—by revering a teacher as God. On Teacher's Day, he thanked all the teachers who mentored students to become better citizens.

Here's a look at his Facebook post

Radhakrishnan was a vie-chancellor at the Delhi University as well as the Banaras Hindu University. He has also worked as a lecturer in several educational institutions across India. His contribution to the education system was immense. On Teacher's Day, here's are some of his memorable quotes...

Sarevpalli Radhakrishna quotes

1) The true teachers are those who help us think for ourselves

2) The worst sinner has a future, even as the greatest saint has had a past

3) When we think we know, we cease to learn

4) Books are the means by which we build bridges between cultures

5) Knowledge gives us power, love gives us the fullness

6) The end-product of education should be a free creative man, who can battle against historical circumstances and adversities of nature

7) Reading a book gives us the habit of solitary reflection and enjoyment

8) Instead of celebrating my birthday, it would be my proud privilege if 5 September is observed as Teachers’ Day

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