Somnath Chatterjee was the _______ Speaker of the Lok Sabha.

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The correct answer is Fourteenth.

Key Points

Somnath Chatterjee served as the 14th Speaker of the Lok Sabha, holding office from 2004 to 2009.
He was elected as Speaker during the 14th Lok Sabha, following the 2004 general elections.
Somnath Chatterjee was associated with the Communist Party of India (Marxist) for most of his political career until his expulsion in 2008.
He was widely regarded for his non-partisan approach and adherence to parliamentary norms during his tenure.
Chatterjee was a ten-time Member of Parliament (MP) and known for his significant contributions to Indian parliamentary democracy.

Additional Information

Lok Sabha Speaker:
- The Speaker of Lok Sabha is the presiding officer of the lower house of India's Parliament.
- The Speaker is responsible for maintaining order during debates and deciding on points of order.
- The position of Speaker is constitutionally established under Article 93 of the Indian Constitution.
Role of the Speaker:
- The Speaker has the authority to adjourn the House or suspend its sitting to maintain decorum.
- He/she ensures that the proceedings are conducted in accordance with parliamentary procedures.
- The Speaker represents the Lok Sabha to the President of India and in all external matters.
14th Lok Sabha:
- The 14th Lok Sabha was constituted after the 2004 Indian general elections.
- The United Progressive Alliance (UPA), led by the Indian National Congress, formed the government during this period.
- Important legislative actions during this tenure included initiatives in education, healthcare, and rural development.
Communist Party of India (Marxist):
- The CPI(M) is one of the major left-wing political parties in India, formed in 1964.
- It emphasizes socialism, secularism, and economic equality as core principles.
- Somnath Chatterjee was expelled from the CPI(M) in 2008 over differences related to his role as Speaker during the Indo-US nuclear deal controversy.