SHORT ANSWER:
Impeachment of the President and Governors in India is based on violation of the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- The grounds for impeachment are detailed in Article 61 for the President and Article 361B for Governors.
- Both can be impeached for violation of the Constitution, but the process and authority differ.
- The President is impeached by Parliament, while the Governor is impeached by the state legislature.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If impeached, the President or Governor is removed from office.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Articles 61 and 361B
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