SHORT ANSWER:
The impeachment process in India differs for the President, Vice President, and judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts in terms of procedures and grounds for impeachment.
DETAILS:
- The President can be impeached for violation of the Constitution under Article 61, requiring a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament.
- The Vice President can be removed under Article 67(b) by a simple majority in the Rajya Sabha, but the process is similar to that of the President.
- Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts can be impeached for proven misbehavior or incapacity under Article 124(4) and Article 217(1), requiring a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament after a detailed inquiry.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Impeachment results in removal from office.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India
Related Questions: