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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 47

SSC CGL - 16 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q47

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As of 26th January 2021, who is the Lok Sabha Speaker?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Om Birla

  • Om Birla has been the Speaker of the Lok Sabha since June 19, 2019 (as of January 26th, 2021).
  • The Speaker of the 17th Lok Sabha, OM Birla, was overwhelmingly elected.
  • The opposition failed to field a candidate for Speaker, and Prime Minister Modi's motion to appoint Kota-Bundi MP as Speaker was adopted by voice vote.