RuleMate India

SHORT ANSWER: The impeachment process of the President of India involves both Houses of Parliament and has specific procedural steps outlined in the Constitution. DETAILS: - The impeachment process is governed by Article 61 of the Constitution of India. - Both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha must participate in the impeachment process. - A two-thirds majority in both Houses is required to impeach the President. - The process includes a notice of impeachment, investigation, and voting in both Houses. - In contrast, the impeachment of judges is governed by the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968, which involves a different procedure and requires a similar two-thirds majority. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - If impeached, the President is removed from office, while judges can also be removed for proven misbehavior or incapacity. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 61; Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968.