Question

According to the Article-61 of the Constitution, the resolution for impeachment against the President can be bought, when he/she

1. violates the constitution
2. non-coperates with the administration
3. rejects the advice of the Supreme Court
4. misuses the Veto power

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : violates the constitution

The correct answer is violates the constitution.

• According to the Article-61 of the Constitution, the resolution for impeachment against the President can be brought, when he/she violates the constitution.

 

• Article 61- Procedure for impeachment of the President:
  • When a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charge shall be preferred by either House of Parliament.
  • A resolution to impeach the president has to be passed by a two-thirds majority of the total number of members of the originating house.
  • It is then sent to the other house.
  • The other house investigates the charges that have been made.
  • If the resolution to impeach the President passed by a two-thirds majority of the total number of members of the second house, then the President is impeached.