SHORT ANSWER:
The required majority for the impeachment of a governor in a state legislature is a two-thirds majority in both houses.
DETAILS:
- Impeachment process begins with a motion in the state legislature.
- The motion must be supported by a specified number of members.
- The impeachment must be passed by a two-thirds majority in the state assembly.
- If passed, the matter is sent to the state council (if applicable) for further proceedings.
- The council must also pass the impeachment by a two-thirds majority.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If impeached, the governor is removed from office.
SOURCE:
- Article 361 of the Constitution of India.
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