SHORT ANSWER:
The impeachment of the President requires a two-thirds majority in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, while the impeachment of a Governor requires a simple majority in the state legislative assembly.
DETAILS:
- For the President, Article 61 of the Constitution mandates a two-thirds majority of the total membership in both Houses.
- For the Governor, Article 153 and related provisions state that a simple majority of the members present and voting in the state legislative assembly is sufficient.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Impeachment leads to removal from office.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Articles 61 and 153.
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