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SHORT ANSWER: The Chief Justice of India plays a role in the impeachment process of the President by presiding over the impeachment trial in the Rajya Sabha, while the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly oversees the impeachment process of a Governor. DETAILS: - The Chief Justice of India is responsible for ensuring that the impeachment proceedings are conducted fairly and according to the Constitution. - The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly is responsible for initiating the impeachment process and ensuring that the procedures are followed in the assembly. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - There are no specific punishments for the Chief Justice or Speaker; their roles are procedural. SOURCE: - Article 61 of the Constitution of India (Impeachment of the President) - Article 153 and Article 356 of the Constitution of India (Impeachment of the Governor)