Leader of the House (Bangladesh)

The Leader of the House (Bengali: সংসদ নেতা – Sansada nētā) is responsible for managing and scheduling government business in the Jatiya Sangsad. The office is always held by the Prime Minister of Bangladesh. The leader and deputy leader are elected by a majority of the members of the parliament.

Leader of the House
সংসদ নেতা
Incumbent
Sheikh Hasina
since 12 February 2009
StyleThe Honourable
AppointerJatiya Sangsad
Inaugural holderSheikh Mujibur Rahman
Formation7 April 1973
DeputyMotia Chowdhury
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The duties of the deputy leader is largely contingent, coming into play only when the leader is absent from the House or is on leave. At that point the deputy leader is referred to as Acting Leader of the House.

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