With reference to the powers and functions of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha state the following:

(a) Any three functions to regulate proceedings of the House.

(b) Any three disciplinary functions.

(c) Any four administrative functions.

(a) Three functions of the Speaker which regulate proceedings of the House are-

1. The Speaker presides over the meetings of the House. All speeches and remarks are addressed to the Speaker. He allots time for discussion.
2. The Speaker interprets the rules of procedure of the House. His decision in all parliamentary matters is final.
3. All Bills passed by the House are signed by him before they are sent to the Rajya Sabha for its consideration or to the President for his assent.

(b) Three disciplinary functions of the Speaker are-

1. The Speaker maintains order in the House. When members become unruly, he may order them to withdraw. He may suspend a member, if he/she disregards the authority of the Chair. In case of grave disorder, he can adjourn the House.
2. In case the words used by a member are indecent or unparliamentary, the Speaker may order that such words be expunged from the proceedings of the House.
3. The Speaker decides whether there is a case for a matter relating to a breach of privilege or contempt of the House.

(c) Four administrative functions of the Speaker are-

1. The Speaker receives all petitions and documents in the House.
2. He communicates the decisions of the House to the concerned authorities.
3. He regulates the admission of visitors and Press correspondents to the galleries of the House.
4. He is responsible for keeping records of the proceedings of the House.