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SHORT ANSWER: The impeachment process for state governors involves the state legislative assembly and does not require a council, unlike the president's impeachment which involves both houses of Parliament. DETAILS: - For a state governor, the impeachment process is initiated in the state legislative assembly. - The assembly must pass a resolution by a two-thirds majority to impeach the governor. - The state legislative council, if present, does not play a role in the impeachment of the governor. - In contrast, the president's impeachment requires a two-thirds majority in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - If impeached, the governor is removed from office. SOURCE: - Article 156 and 157 of the Constitution of India.