SHORT ANSWER:
The Parliament plays a crucial role in the impeachment of a governor in India as it is responsible for the final decision on the impeachment process initiated by the state legislature.
DETAILS:
- The impeachment process of a governor is initiated by the state legislature, which must pass a resolution by a two-thirds majority.
- The resolution is then sent to the Parliament, where both Houses (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha) must approve it by a two-thirds majority for the impeachment to be successful.
- The Parliament's involvement ensures a check on the state legislature's power and maintains federal balance.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If impeached, the governor is removed from office and cannot hold any public office in the future.
SOURCE:
- Article 156 and Article 361 of the Constitution of India.
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