Kathmandu. A wide discussion has started on social media about the role of Deputy Speaker Ruvi Kumari Thakur during the meeting of the Federal Parliament. Gangalakshmi Awal was given the responsibility of conducting the meeting for some time after it was alleged that she could not conduct the Parliament meeting effectively.

Various reactions have been seen on social media after this incident. Some have questioned the leadership ability by saying that "qualification is not the only thing, ability is also needed" while some have commented that women are criticized unnecessarily.

At the time of the selection of the Deputy Speaker, some people have claimed that the current incident is a confirmation of the fact that they raised the issue of ability and experience. According to them, the performance of a person is important to handle the responsibilities in a dignified institution like Parliament.