SHORT ANSWER:
The impeachment of the President of India involves a detailed procedure as outlined in the Constitution of India.
DETAILS:
- The process is initiated in either House of Parliament.
- A notice of impeachment must be given to the Speaker or Chairman, signed by at least one-fourth of the total number of members.
- The charges against the President must be clearly stated.
- The House must investigate the charges and if a majority agrees, the impeachment motion is passed.
- The other House then conducts its own investigation.
- A two-thirds majority in both Houses is required to impeach the President.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If impeached, the President is removed from office.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 61
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