India, Sept. 3 -- Every year, September 5 is celebrated as Teachers' Day across India. Educational institutions take a break from their regular curriculum to celebrate the people who do arguably the most important as well as the most underrated job in the world: preparing the next generation of human beings to face life.

Cultural programs are organised, gifts are given, and students express their gratitude towards their teachers to the best they can. But why does it happen on September 5 every year? The answer is that the day marks the birth anniversary of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, distinguished philosopher, scholar, and statesman who was also, most importantly, a teacher.

Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was born on September 5, 1888, in...