Question

You have been called for an investigation in the Rajya Sabha for certain charges against you. The resolution for your removal has been passed by the Lok Sabha by a majority of two-thirds of its members. You represent yourself in the investigation. However, the charges against you are declared valid, so you have to step down from your office.

Who are you?

• A. Member of Lok Sabha
• B. Member of Rajya Sabha
• C. Prime Minister
• D. President of India

Answer 1

The correct option is D President of India

The Parliament has judicial powers to impeach people in important posts like the President. The resolution of the President’s impeachment can be introduced in either house. It must be supported by two-thirds of the members of that House. It then goes to the other house, which investigates the charges against the President. The President can appear and be represented in the investigation. He can defend himself during the investigation. The House then determines whether the charges are valid or not. If it declares the President guilty, then he/she must step down from the office.