India, March 12 -- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday asserted that the House functions strictly according to established rules and procedures, and no member has the privilege to speak at any time or on any subject outside the framework laid down by parliamentary norms.

His remarks came a day after a resolution seeking his removal from office was defeated in the Lok Sabha.

Addressing the House, Birla said the Speaker's chair represents the dignity and prestige of Parliament and does not belong to any individual. He emphasised that proceedings would continue to be conducted strictly according to the rules, regardless of whether they are acceptable to members.

"The House runs according to rules and regulations and will continue to fu...