SHORT ANSWER:
The impeachment of the President of India requires a two-thirds majority in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, while the impeachment of a Governor requires a simple majority in the state legislative assembly.
DETAILS:
- For the President, Article 61 of the Constitution specifies that a two-thirds majority of the total membership is needed in both houses.
- For the Governor, Article 156 states that the Governor can be removed by the President on the advice of the Council of Ministers, which requires a simple majority in the state legislative assembly.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Impeachment of the President leads to removal from office.
- Impeachment of a Governor leads to their removal by the President.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Articles 61 and 156.
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