RuleMate India

SHORT ANSWER: The Indian Parliament and state legislatures follow different procedures for impeachment of the President and the Governor, respectively. DETAILS: - The impeachment of the President is governed by Article 61 of the Constitution of India, requiring a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament. - The impeachment of a Governor is governed by Article 156 and 157 of the Constitution, and the procedure is not explicitly detailed, typically following the same principles as the President's impeachment. - For the President, the process involves a notice of impeachment, investigation, and voting, while for the Governor, it generally involves a resolution passed by the state legislature. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - If impeached, the President is removed from office; the same applies to the Governor. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Articles 61, 156, and 157.