Q. Who was the first Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha?
✅ Correct Answer: (C)
M. Ananthasayanam Ayyangar
Explanation: Newly elected Lok Sabha elects a Deputy Speaker from among its members to preside over the proceedings of the house in the absence of Speaker. M.A. Ayyangar was the first Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha. He served as Deputy Speaker from 1952 to 1956. Later on, he became the Speaker of Lok Sabha in 1956.
Explanation by: Praveen Singh
Newly elected Lok Sabha elects a Deputy Speaker from among its members to preside over the proceedings of the house in the absence of Speaker. M.A. Ayyangar was the first Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha. He served as Deputy Speaker from 1952 to 1956. Later on, he became the Speaker of Lok Sabha in 1956.