SHORT ANSWER:
The Parliament of India plays a crucial role in the impeachment process of the President as it is responsible for conducting the proceedings and voting on the impeachment motion.
DETAILS:
- Impeachment can be initiated in either House of Parliament (Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha).
- A notice of impeachment must be signed by at least one-fourth of the total number of members of the House.
- The motion must be passed by a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament.
- The President has the right to defend themselves during the proceedings.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If the impeachment motion is passed, the President is removed from office.
SOURCE:
- Article 61 of the Constitution of India.
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