SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court has ruled that judicial intervention in the impeachment process is limited and primarily focuses on the procedural aspects.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court in the case of "K. Prabhakaran vs. P. Jayarajan" (2005) emphasized that the impeachment process is a political process and courts should not interfere unless there is a violation of procedure.
- The court has maintained that it will not examine the merits of the allegations against the President or other constitutional authorities during impeachment.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments; however, improper impeachment can lead to political consequences.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 61 (Impeachment of the President) and relevant Supreme Court judgments.
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