7 Greatest Teachers of India in History

By Rajni Pandey | September 4, 2024

An ancient philosopher and teacher, Chanakya was instrumental in mentoring Chandragupta Maurya, founder of the Maurya Empire.

Chanakya

A philosopher and India’s second President, he championed education and inspired the celebration of Teachers' Day in India.

Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

India's first female teacher, she played a pioneering role in women’s education and social reform.

Savitribai Phule

A spiritual teacher who introduced Indian philosophy and Vedanta to the West, he emphasized education for overall human development.

Swami Vivekananda

Nobel laureate and educator, Tagore founded Visva-Bharati University, blending traditional and modern teaching methods.

Rabindranath Tagore

India’s beloved “Missile Man,” Dr. Kalam was a scientist and educator, inspiring millions with his dedication to teaching.

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

An ancient mathematician and astronomer, Aryabhata made significant contributions to mathematics, teaching advanced knowledge.

Aryabhata