SHORT ANSWER:
The grounds for impeachment of the President of India are violation of the Constitution, and similar grounds apply to the impeachment of a state governor.
DETAILS:
- Article 61 of the Indian Constitution specifies the grounds for impeachment of the President, which include violation of the Constitution.
- Article 156(1) states that a governor holds office during the pleasure of the President, but can be removed for similar reasons as the President.
- The procedure for impeachment is detailed in Article 61 for the President and is analogous for governors.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If impeached, the President or governor is removed from office.
SOURCE:
- The Constitution of India
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