Question 2GS2GS2
Why are State Legislative Assemblies involved in the election of the President but excluded from the process of impeachment? (10 marks, 150 words)
Introduction
The process of election and impeachment of president are governed by Article 54 and other articles of part V.
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Main Body
Election: (MP + MLA) - proportional representation
Impeachment: 2/3rd majority of total strength of LS & RS each
Reason State legislative assemblies are involved:
1Role of president in state legislation
-> Article 201: review bills reserved for president
2Uphold federalism -> part of basic structure (S.R. Bommai case)
3Article 54 explicitly mentions so
4President -> Head of State -> authoritative figure
Reasons not included in impeachment:
1Impeachment guided by principle of separation of powers between parliament and state executive (SLA are not involved here)
2Impeachment seen as more of an exception (only for violation of constitution)
3Might lead to political instability
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Conclusion
Also it is crucial to understand that president is part of parliament and not SLA.
15 words
Topper
Bipul Gupta
AIR 1032025
Subject & Paper
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Topic
Constitutional Posts and Bodies - Appointment, Powers, Functions and Responsibilities
President Election and Impeachment
President's Election vs Impeachment Process
Writing Stats
142
Total words
3
Paragraphs
structured, point-wise
Tone