SHORT ANSWER:
The legislature plays a crucial role in the impeachment process of a state governor by initiating and conducting the impeachment proceedings.
DETAILS:
- The state legislature can initiate impeachment against the governor by passing a resolution.
- The process typically involves the assembly investigating the charges and voting on whether to impeach.
- If the assembly votes for impeachment, the case is then sent to the state council (or upper house) for trial.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If impeached and found guilty, the governor can be removed from office.
SOURCE:
- Article 361 of the Constitution of India
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