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SHORT ANSWER: The impeachment process for the President of India is governed by Article 61 of the Constitution, while the impeachment of state governors is governed by Article 156. DETAILS: - Article 61 outlines the procedure for impeachment of the President, requiring a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament. - Article 156 does not explicitly mention impeachment but allows for the removal of a governor by the President on the advice of the Council of Ministers. - The President can be impeached for violation of the Constitution, while governors can be removed for various reasons as determined by the central government. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - If impeached, the President is removed from office; governors can be removed without a formal impeachment process. SOURCE: - Constitution of India