Lok Sabha rejects motion to remove Speaker Om Birla amidst Opposition protests over Amit Shah's remarks
A resolution seeking the removal of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla was defeated by a voice vote in Parliament. The Opposition protested Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks concerning Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's conduct in Parliament. Mr. Shah defended Mr. Birla, stating that the Speaker serves as a neutral custodian and that questioning his integrity is akin to questioning democratic processes. He also highlighted the increased productivity of the Lok Sabha under Mr. Birla's leadership and criticized Mr. Gandhi's attendance record during crucial sessions. The motion was rejected without a division of votes as the House was not in order.
Key Points
- The Lok Sabha rejected a motion to remove Speaker Om Birla by a voice vote.
- Opposition MPs protested remarks made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding Rahul Gandhi's parliamentary conduct.
- Amit Shah defended Speaker Birla, emphasizing his neutrality and the increased productivity of the Lok Sabha under his leadership.
- Mr. Shah criticized Rahul Gandhi's attendance and conduct during important parliamentary sessions.
- The Speaker had recused himself from presiding over the Lok Sabha since the motion was admitted.
Exam Facts
- Speaker of Lok Sabha: Om Birla.
- Union Home Minister: Amit Shah.
- Leader of Opposition: Rahul Gandhi.
- Previous instances of removal motions against Speaker: 1954, 1966, 1987.
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