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Question
With reference to the Union Legislature, answer the following questions:
How is the Speaker of the Lok Sabha elected?
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Solution
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha is elected from among its own members by a simple majority of those who are present and voting. It is done soon after the newly elected House meets for the first time.
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