Paper: GS – II, Subject: Polity, Topic: Legislature, Issue: Deputy Speaker.
Context:
The position of the Deputy Speaker has been lying vacant for the last six years raising questions on constitutional adherence and democratic resilience. The position goes beyond ceremonial significance and is indispensable to parliamentary democracy.
Key Takeaways:
About Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha:
- The Deputy Speaker serves as the Second-in-Command Presiding Officer of the Lower House of Parliament of India – the Lok Sabha.
- In the absence of the Speaker, the Deputy-Speaker assumes the role of the Presiding Officer of Lok Sabha and becomes responsible for maintaining order and decorum in the house, conducting its business, and ensuring that the legislative process is carried out smoothly.
Election of Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha:
- The Deputy-Speaker of Lok Sabha is elected by the Lok Sabha itself from amongst its members.
- The Deputy Speaker is elected only after the election of the Speaker has taken place.
- The date of election of the Deputy-Speaker is fixed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha.
- Note: Usually, the Speaker is chosen from the ruling party or ruling alliance, while the Deputy-Speaker is selected from the opposition party or opposition alliance. However, there have been exceptions to this convention.
Significance of Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha:
Their participation enhances the quality of deliberations and decision-making processes within these committees.
Article 93 mandates the election of the Deputy-Speaker “as soon as may be” but lacks a fixed timeline, allowing delays that can undermine constitutional intent. Centralises power in the ruling party, and violates democratic conventions essential for maintaining balance in parliamentary governance.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/the-importance-of-the-deputy-speaker/article69630621.ece
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