Political Science · Political Institutions in India
Which of the following is INCORRECT about the process of impeachment of the President of India?
AIt can be initiated only by the Lok Sabha ✓ Correct
BA two-thirds majority is needed for impeachment
CIt is a quasi-judicial process
DViolation of the Constitution is a ground for impeachment
Correct answer: (A) It can be initiated only by the Lok Sabha — The claim that only the Lok Sabha can initiate it is wrong, so that is the answer.
Explanation
★The claim that only the Lok Sabha can initiate it is wrong, so that is the answer.
★Impeachment can be initiated in either House of Parliament.
★It is not limited to the Lok Sabha alone.
★A two-thirds majority is indeed required.
★It is indeed a quasi-judicial process.
★Violation of the Constitution is indeed a ground.
★Thus the 'only Lok Sabha' statement is the answer.
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