SHORT ANSWER:
The impeachment process for judges in India involves a detailed procedure requiring a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament.
DETAILS:
- The process can be initiated by either House of Parliament.
- A notice of motion must be signed by at least 100 members of the Lok Sabha or 50 members of the Rajya Sabha.
- The motion is then discussed and must be passed by a two-thirds majority in the House where it is introduced.
- If passed, the motion is sent to the other House, which must also pass it by a two-thirds majority.
- An inquiry is conducted by a committee to investigate the charges against the judge.
- If the committee finds the judge guilty, the motion is put to vote in both Houses again.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If impeached, the judge is removed from office.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 124(4) and Article 124(5)
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