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SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 46

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2020 - 9 Nov 2020 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q46

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President of India’s removal from office is to be in accordance with the procedure prescribed in ______ of the Constitution.
 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Article 61.

  • The removal of the President of India from office shall be according to the procedure laid down in Article 61 of the Constitution.
  • When a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charge shall be preferred by either House of Parliament.

  • No such charge shall be preferred unless:

    • (a) The proposal to prefer such a charge is contained in a resolution that is moved only after at least fourteen days’ written notice has been given. This notice must be signed by not less than one-fourth of the total number of members of the House, expressing their intention to move the resolution; and

    • (b) Such a resolution has been passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds of the total membership of the House.

Other Options:

  • Article 51: Promotion of international peace and security. 
  • Article 41: Right to work, to education, and to public assistance in certain cases.
  • Article 71: Matters relating to, or connected with, the election of a President or Vice-President.