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SHORT ANSWER: The impeachment process for both the President and the Governor of India requires a two-thirds majority in their respective legislative bodies. DETAILS: - The President is impeached by a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha). - The Governor is impeached by a two-thirds majority in the Legislative Assembly of the state, with the involvement of the Legislative Council if present. - Both processes involve complex political dynamics and require significant consensus among lawmakers. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Impeachment leads to removal from office for both the President and the Governor. SOURCE: - Article 61 of the Constitution of India (for President) - Article 153 and Article 161 of the Constitution of India (for Governor)