The recent no-confidence motion moved by the Opposition against Om Birla has reignited the debate over the constitutional position and accountability of the office of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha. The office of the Speaker is one of the most critical pillars of India’s parliamentary democracy. The Constitution establishes the Speaker as an impartial arbiter expected to rise above party politics once elected. The process begins when a member submits a written notice to the Secretary-General of the Lok Sabha seeking removal. However, several challenges affect the functioning of the Speaker’s office.

Source: The Hindu March 11, 2026 14:35 UTC