Singh was replying to a question regarding the demand of SAD-BJP which have sought removal of Khaira as Leader of Opposition after he was summoned by a Fazilka court in a drug case.
"Leaders of respective political parties are elected by their parties only. As far as election of the leader of any political party is concerned, either leader of majority or leader of minority, Speaker has no role to play," said Singh.
Earlier this month, a joint delegation of the SAD and the BJP had submitted a memorandum to Singh, seeking immediate removal of Khaira from the post of the leader of opposition.
Khaira had described it as "a classic instance of political vendetta".
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"It ultimately depends upon the volume of work; how much work you have, like -- government bills, private bills, resolutions etc, and after considering all these, the decision is taken," he said.
The party had said the increase in number of sittings would help in lessening the chances of disorder in the House.
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