SHORT ANSWER:
Impeachment of the President in India is governed by Article 61 of the Constitution, involving both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
DETAILS:
- The process requires a two-thirds majority in both houses of Parliament.
- The impeachment motion can be initiated in either house, but must be passed by both.
- Historical precedents include the impeachment attempts against President Zakir Husain and President Giani Zail Singh, though neither was successfully impeached.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If impeached, the President is removed from office.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 61
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