The Impeachment of the President is carried by which one of the following?

The Correct answer is Parliament.

Key Points

• Impeachment of the President is a process outlined in the Constitution of India.
• It is conducted by the Parliament of India, which consists of two houses: the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
• The process begins in either house of Parliament, where charges can be preferred by a two-thirds majority of the total membership.
• Once the charges are framed, they are investigated, and if found valid, the President can be impeached.
• This is a significant aspect of ensuring checks and balances within the Indian government structure.

 Additional Information

• Attorney General
  • The Attorney General is the chief legal advisor to the Government of India.
  • They are appointed by the President under Article 76 of the Constitution.
  • Their role is primarily advisory and does not involve the impeachment process.
• Members of the Legislative
  • The term "Members of the Legislative" generally refers to members of state legislatures like Legislative Assemblies and Councils.
  • They do not have the authority to impeach the President, as this power is reserved for the national Parliament.