RuleMate India

SHORT ANSWER: The procedure for initiating impeachment against a governor is outlined in the Constitution of India and differs from the impeachment of a president in terms of the authority involved. DETAILS: - Impeachment of a governor is governed by Article 156 and Article 361 of the Constitution of India. - The process can be initiated by the state legislature, requiring a two-thirds majority in both the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council (if applicable). - The grounds for impeachment include violation of the Constitution or misconduct. - Unlike the president's impeachment, which involves both houses of Parliament, the governor's impeachment is solely a state matter. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - If impeached, the governor is removed from office. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Articles 156 and 361.