Parliament Speaker (India) The Speaker of the Lok Sabha is the presiding officer of the Lower House of India's Parliament. The Speaker is elected by Members of Parliament and is expected to remain impartial, neutral, and above party politics. Key Roles & Powers Presides over Lok Sabha sessions and maintains order and discipline Decides who speaks and for how long Interprets parliamentary rules and procedures Certifies Money Bills Decides on disqualification of MPs under the Anti-Defection Law Ac