SHORT ANSWER:
The impeachment of a governor in India involves a detailed procedure as outlined in the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- The process is initiated by either house of the state legislature.
- A notice of impeachment must be given to the governor, signed by at least one-fourth of the total number of members of the house.
- The impeachment motion must be passed by a two-thirds majority in both houses of the state legislature.
- The governor has the right to defend themselves during the impeachment process.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If impeached, the governor is removed from office.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 156 and Article 157.
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