SHORT ANSWER:
The impeachment process for a governor and the president of India is similar in that both require a two-thirds majority in the respective legislative bodies.
DETAILS:
- The governor can be impeached by the state legislature, while the president can be impeached by the Parliament.
- The process involves charges being framed, followed by a trial in the respective legislative body.
- Both processes require a two-thirds majority for impeachment to succeed.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Impeachment leads to removal from office, affecting the balance of power by ensuring accountability at both state and national levels.
SOURCE:
- Article 61 of the Constitution of India (for President)
- Article 153 and Article 156 of the Constitution of India (for Governor)
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