SHORT ANSWER:
The voting requirement for impeachment of the President of India is different from that of a Governor, as the President requires a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament, while a Governor requires a simple majority in the State Legislative Assembly.
DETAILS:
- For the President: Impeachment requires a two-thirds majority in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
- For the Governor: Impeachment requires a simple majority in the State Legislative Assembly.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If impeached, both the President and Governor are removed from office.
SOURCE:
- Article 61 of the Constitution of India (for President)
- Article 153 and Article 156 of the Constitution of India (for Governor)
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