SHORT ANSWER:
The required majority votes for impeachment of a President and a Governor differ in the Parliament and State Legislature.
DETAILS:
- For the impeachment of the President, a two-thirds majority is required in both Houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha).
- For the impeachment of a Governor, a simple majority is required in the State Legislature (Legislative Assembly).
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Impeachment leads to removal from office.
SOURCE:
- Article 61 of the Constitution of India (for President)
- Article 156 of the Constitution of India (for Governor)
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