RuleMate India

SHORT ANSWER: The grounds for the impeachment of a governor are not explicitly defined in Indian law, while the President of India can be impeached for violation of the Constitution. DETAILS: - The impeachment process for a governor is governed by Article 156 of the Constitution, which allows for removal by the President, but does not specify grounds. - The President can be impeached under Article 61 for violation of the Constitution, which includes acts that are unconstitutional or illegal. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - The governor can be removed from office by the President, but the process is not termed as impeachment. - The President's impeachment involves a detailed process requiring a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Articles 61 and 156