Question

Answer the following in 25 to 30 words.

Explain the functions of the Speaker of Lok Sabha. 

Answer 1

The Speaker of the Lok Sabha is called the Presiding officer of the Lok Sabha. His or her main functions are:-

• To preside over the meetings of Lok Sabha, ensure and maintain discipline in the Lok Sabha.
• To determines the agenda of the Lok Sabha in consultation with the leader of the house, allotting time for debates and selecting members who would participate in it.
• To certify whether a bill is a money bill or not, to cast a vote in case of a tie.
• To interpret the rules of procedure of the house and gives his rulings. His ruling is final.
• According to the 52^nd Constitutional Amendment Act 1985, the Speaker determines whether a member of the Lok Sabha is to be disqualified on the ground of defection.
• The Speaker is the head of the Parliamentary committees. He appoints the chairman of several committees.
• He is the spokesman of the Lok Sabha, and he represents it in all ceremonial functions.