RuleMate India

SHORT ANSWER: The Parliament and state legislatures have specific roles in the impeachment process of the President of India and state governors as per the Indian Constitution. DETAILS: - The President can be impeached by Parliament for violation of the Constitution, requiring a two-thirds majority in both Houses. - The process involves a detailed procedure including notice, investigation, and voting. - State governors can be impeached by the state legislature for similar reasons, following a procedure defined in the state constitution, usually requiring a two-thirds majority in both Houses. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - If impeached, the President or governor is removed from office. SOURCE: - Article 61 of the Constitution of India (for President) - Article 153 and relevant state provisions (for Governors)