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SHORT ANSWER: The impeachment process for the President of India involves a series of steps outlined in the Constitution. DETAILS: - The process is initiated in either House of Parliament. - A notice of impeachment must be given, signed by at least one-fourth of the members of the House. - The House must investigate the charges and if a majority agrees, the impeachment motion is passed. - The motion is then sent to the other House, which must also investigate and pass the motion by a two-thirds majority. - If both Houses pass the motion, the President is impeached. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - The President is removed from office if impeached. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 61