SHORT ANSWER:
The Vice President presides over the impeachment trial of the President, while the Deputy Speaker does not have a direct role in the impeachment of a Governor.
DETAILS:
- The Vice President acts as the presiding officer during the impeachment trial of the President in the Rajya Sabha.
- The Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Assembly does not preside over the impeachment of a Governor; instead, the Speaker or a member appointed by the Speaker presides.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment applies to the roles; they are procedural responsibilities.
SOURCE:
- Article 65 of the Constitution of India (for Vice President)
- Article 161 of the Constitution of India (for Governor impeachment process)
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