SHORT ANSWER:
The impeachment process for the President of India is different from that of other public officials like judges or the Vice President in terms of the initiating body and the procedure followed.
DETAILS:
- The President can be impeached by Parliament, requiring a two-thirds majority in both Houses.
- Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts are impeached by Parliament as well, but the process is initiated by a motion in either House, requiring a detailed inquiry and a two-thirds majority.
- The Vice President can be removed by a simple majority in the Rajya Sabha, with the process initiated by a notice of motion.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Impeachment leads to removal from office for the President, judges, and Vice President.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Articles 61, 124, 217, and 67.
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