The Speaker — Powers, Functions & Privileges — KSLU Constitutional Law 2 Notes

The Speaker — Powers, Functions & Privileges

The Speaker of the Lok Sabha (and of a State Assembly) is the impartial umpire of the House: presiding and keeping order, applying the rules of procedure, certifying Money Bills (Art. 110(3) — a conclusive certificate), deciding anti-defection cases, and exercising a casting vote in a tie. To act independently of the party that elected him, the Speaker enjoys special privileges and a secure office (removable only by a resolution on 14 days’ notice).

In Simple Terms: the Speaker is the referee — neutral, rule-bound, protected — so the House can function fairly regardless of party.