SHORT ANSWER:
The requirement of a two-thirds majority for impeachment votes is specified in the Constitution of India.
DETAILS:
- Article 61 of the Constitution states that the President can be impeached for violation of the Constitution.
- Impeachment requires a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha).
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If the impeachment motion is passed, the President is removed from office.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 61
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