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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 34

SSC GD Constable (English) - 18 Feb 2019 Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q34

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Which of the motions is passed in the parliament to remove the President of India?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Impeachment Motion.

  • Article 61 of the Indian Constitution deals with the impeachment of the President.
  • The article categorically titles it as "impeachment" but the article also uses the word "removal."
  • The procedure has been laid down by the law of land stating that the President may be removed before his tenure through impeachment if he/she is found violating the Constitution of India by the Parliament of India.
  • The process may begin in either of the two houses of the Parliament.