If a resolution impeaching the President is passed, the President is ...
If a resolution impeaching the President is passed, the President is considered to have been removed from the date on which the resolution is passed.
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Explanation:
When a resolution impeaching the President is passed, the President is considered to have been removed from the date on which the resolution is passed. This means that the President is no longer in office and all the powers and privileges associated with the office are terminated.
Reasoning:
The impeachment process in India is outlined in Article 61 of the Constitution. According to this article, the President can be impeached for the violation of the Constitution. The process involves the following steps:
1. Notice: A notice containing the charges against the President must be signed by at least one-fourth of the total members of either House of Parliament and given to the Speaker or the Chairman, who then forwards it to the President.
2. Investigation: The President has the right to be informed of the charges and to present a defense. The investigation of the charges is done by a committee comprising members of both Houses of Parliament.
3. Passing of Resolution: After the investigation, if the committee finds the President guilty of the charges, a resolution for impeachment is presented to either House of Parliament. The resolution must be passed by a special majority, i.e., a majority of the total membership of that House and a majority of not less than two-thirds of the members present and voting.
4. Removal of President: Once the resolution is passed, the President is considered to have been removed from the date on which the resolution is passed. This means that the President is no longer in office and all the powers and privileges associated with the office are terminated.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the correct answer is option 'A' - the President is considered to have been removed from the date on which the resolution is passed. This is the point at which the impeachment process is completed and the President is no longer in office.