SHORT ANSWER:
The requirement for a two-thirds majority in both houses of Parliament ensures that impeachment is a well-considered decision and not taken lightly.
DETAILS:
- It prevents arbitrary removal of the President by requiring a significant consensus among lawmakers.
- Both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha must agree, ensuring representation from both houses.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If the two-thirds majority is not achieved, the impeachment motion fails.
SOURCE:
- Article 61 of the Constitution of India
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