The idiom "Maiden speech" refers to the first formal speech made by a person, especially a new member of a parliament or legislative body.

১. It does not refer to the "last" speech or a speech delivered "late" in one's career.
২. The word "maiden" in this context signifies "first" or "earliest" of its kind.
৩. This term is widely used in political and formal organizational contexts.

অতিরিক্ত তথ্য: A "maiden voyage" similarly refers to the very first journey of a ship or aircraft.