Constitution of India: The President of India can be removed before the expiry of the term only on the recommendation/action of which body? Focus on the constitutionally prescribed impeachment mechanism. Choose the correct option.

Given data

• Removal of the President prior to term completion.

Concept/ApproachArticle 61 provides for impeachment for violation of the Constitution by a process initiated and passed by both Houses of Parliament with special majorities. The judiciary does not recommend removal; nor does the Council of Ministers.

Step-by-step reasoningNotice of intention → investigation/discussion → resolution passed by the originating House → passed by the other House with requisite majority → President removed.

Common pitfallsAssuming the Supreme Court or CJI recommends removal; they do not in this process.

Final AnswerThe two Houses of Parliament