In the Indian Parliament, who is known as the “Father of the House”?
Question and options
In the Indian Parliament, who is known as the “Father of the House”?
- Prime Minister
- Speaker of Lok Sabha
- President
- Longest-serving member
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D - Longest-serving member
"Father of the House" is an informal, conventional title for the senior-most member of the Lok Sabha by length of service. It is not an office: the Speaker presides over the House and the Prime Minister leads it, but neither holds this title by virtue of office.
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