Ganesh Vasudev Mavalankar

Indian politician, 1st Lok Sabha Speaker

Ganesh Vasudev Mavalankar - Indian politician, 1st Lok Sabha Speaker
Born

November 27th, 1888
136 years ago

Died

February 27th, 1956
69 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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An influential Indian politician and activist, served as the first Speaker of the Lok Sabha from 1952 to 1956. Played a significant role in the establishment of parliamentary procedures in independent India. Was involved in the Indian independence movement, contributing to the Indian National Congress and advocating for social reforms. After independence, focused on the democratic processes in the newly formed government, emphasizing the importance of legislative functions and discipline within the assembly.

First Speaker of the Lok Sabha

Established parliamentary procedures

Involved in the Indian independence movement

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