SHORT ANSWER:
Both Houses of Parliament play specific roles in the impeachment process of the President of India.
DETAILS:
- The Lok Sabha (House of the People) initiates the impeachment process by passing a resolution with a two-thirds majority.
- The Rajya Sabha (Council of States) conducts the impeachment trial and also requires a two-thirds majority to convict the President.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If convicted, the President is removed from office.
SOURCE:
- Article 61 of the Constitution of India
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