SHORT ANSWER:
Supreme Court judgments have clarified the definitions of misbehavior and impeachable offenses in impeachment proceedings.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court has interpreted "misbehavior" in the context of Article 124(4) and Article 217(1)(b) of the Constitution.
- Judgments have established that misbehavior must be of a serious nature and not trivial.
- The Court has emphasized the need for a fair procedure in impeachment proceedings.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Impeachment can lead to removal from office if proven guilty of misbehavior.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Articles 124 and 217.
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