Q. Among the following who has been Speaker of Lok Sabha prior to his Election as President of India ?
a) Giani Zail Singh
b) V. V. Giri
c) Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy
d) A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
Question from BPSC PT 70, 2024
Correct Answer: c) Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy
Explanation:
Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy was the only person among the given options who served as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha before being elected as the President of India. He was the 6th President of India, serving from 1977 to 1982. Prior to his presidency, he held various significant positions, including being the Speaker of the Lok Sabha from 1967 to 1969.
The other options do not fit:
– Giani Zail Singh: He was the 7th President of India (1982–1987) but never served as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
– V. V. Giri: He was the 4th President of India (1969–1974) and also did not serve as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
– A. P. J. Abdul Kalam: He was the 11th President of India (2002–2007) and was a renowned scientist, not involved in parliamentary roles like Speaker.
Thus, the correct answer is Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy.
