Indian Polity • Parliament & ExecutiveMedium
Under Article 61 of the Indian Constitution, a resolution to impeach the President of India must be passed by which specific majority in each House of Parliament?
A. Simple majority of members present and voting
B. Majority of total membership present and voting
C. Not less than two-thirds of the members present and voting
D. Not less than two-thirds of the total membership of the House✓ Correct Answer
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 61 stipulates that an impeachment resolution against the President must be supported by a special majority of not less than two-thirds of the total membership of the House. Simple majorities or majorities of members present are insufficient for such constitutional removals. This rigorous safeguard ensures that the head of state cannot be removed on partisan grounds without broad consensus.
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