Guru Purnima
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What:
- A Hindu celebration to honour, pay respects and express gratitude to teachers.
Who:
- It commemorates the birth of the sage, Veda Vyasa.
- He is said to have edited the Vedas into 4 parts.
- He is also regarded as the author of the Mahabharata.
When:
- On Purnima Tithi in Ashadha month.
Facts:
- Mahatma Gandhi revived the festival to pay tributes to Shrimad Rajchandra, his spiritual guru.
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