Speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad

The Speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad (Bengali: জাতীয় সংসদের স্পিকার) is the presiding officer of the Jatiya Sangsad. The Speaker is elected by the members of parliament during the first session of a newly elected parliament, following general elections. Serving a term of five years, the Speaker is chosen from among the sitting members of parliament and, by convention, is usually a member of the ruling party or its political alliance. The Speaker presides over parliamentary proceedings, ensures that debates are conducted according to parliamentary rules, maintains order in the House, and represents the Jatiya Sangsad in all official capacities.