SHORT ANSWER:
The impeachment of the President requires a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament, while the impeachment of a Governor requires a simple majority in the State Legislative Assembly.
DETAILS:
- For the President's impeachment, it must be passed by a two-thirds majority in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
- For the Governor's impeachment, it requires a simple majority in the State Legislative Assembly.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If impeached, the President or Governor is removed from office.
SOURCE:
- Article 61 of the Constitution of India (for President)
- Article 153 and Article 161 of the Constitution of India (for Governor)
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