SHORT ANSWER:
The legislative assemblies of states and the Parliament of India have distinct roles in the impeachment process of a governor and a president, respectively.
DETAILS:
- The impeachment of a President is initiated in Parliament, requiring a two-thirds majority in both Houses (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha).
- The impeachment of a Governor is not explicitly defined in the Constitution; however, the Governor can be removed by the President based on the advice of the Council of Ministers.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- For the President, impeachment leads to removal from office if the process is successful.
- For the Governor, there is no formal impeachment process; removal is at the discretion of the President.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Articles 61 (President) and 155 (Governor)
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