An overview of Speaker elections from the first Lok Sabha to the 18th
Last Updated on July 6, 2024 by News Desk
Which past elections have influenced the Speaker’s position in the Lok Sabha?
Examine important elections from 1952, when G.V. Mavalankar held them, to the present, when events have affected the selecting process.
What partnerships and obstacles do political parties face in this year’s election?
Examine the effects of K. Suresh and Om Birla’s candidacies in light of coalition dynamics and opposition tactics.
What are the takeaways from previous competitive elections for Speaker?
Consider historical examples such as the election of Baliram Bhagat during the Emergency and how they impacted the functioning of parliament.
Why is the election of their candidate a priority for the BJP-NDA alliance?
Recognize the political environment and the ruling coalition’s strategic importance.
What is expected of the recently elected Speaker of the Eighteenth Lok Sabha?
Evaluate the part in promoting legislative agreement and upholding parliamentary decorum.
Positive Question for Readers:
How might India’s democratic processes be strengthened by an inclusive and transparent Speaker election?
Critical Question for Readers:
What are the dangers to parliamentary administration and operation from a divisive Speaker election?
Written By: Nikita Shankar @nikitaashankar
