Published on 30 Mar 2025
• Om Birla has been re-elected as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha for a second term, marking the fourth instance since 1952 when the Speaker was elected through a formal election.
• The Speaker, as the constitutional and ceremonial head of the Lok Sabha, safeguards members’ powers and privileges and interprets House functions.
• Article 93 of the Indian Constitution mandates the election of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker by a simple majority from among the members.
• The Constitution does not specify election procedures or time limits, leaving these details to the legislatures.
• The Speaker and Deputy Speaker remain in office even after the Lok Sabha is dissolved until new elections are held.
The Office of Speaker of Lok Sabha
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