Question

The charge of impeachment against the President of India for his removal can be preferred by:

• A. Either Houses of Parliament
• B. Speaker of Lok Sabha and Chairman of Rajya Sabha
• C. Rajya Sabha and Vice President
• D. Lok Sabha and Prime Minister

Hint:

Always check the relevant Article in the Constitution for procedures involving high offices like the President or Governor.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Refer to Article 61 of the Constitution 
Article 61 states that the impeachment process of the President can be initiated in either House of Parliament. 
Step 2: Process Overview 
The motion must be signed by at least one-fourth of the members of the House. 
A 14-day notice must be given. 
It must be passed by a two-thirds majority in both Houses. 
Step 3: Eliminate incorrect options 
Other authorities like the Prime Minister, Vice President, or Speaker have no power to independently initiate impeachment.