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Indian Political System(HAS) Union - Executive, Legisture

With reference to the vice-president of India, Consider the following statements:

1. Violation of the constitution is the ground mentioned in the constitution for the Vicepresident's removal.

2. A formal impeachment process is required for his removal.

3. He can be removed by a resolution of both the houses of the Parliament by an absolute majority.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 and 2 only

2 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

None of the above

Vice-president of India ;

A vacancy in the Vice-President’s office can occur in any of the following ways: 1. On the expiry of his tenure of five years. 2. By his resignation. 3. On his removal. 4. By his death. 5. Otherwise, for example, when he becomes disqualified to hold office or when his election is declared void.
When the vacancy is going to be caused by the expiration of the term of the sitting vice president, an election to fill the vacancy must be held before the expiration of the term.
If the office falls vacant by resignation, removal, death or otherwise, then an election to fill the vacancy should be held as soon as possible after the occurrence of the vacancy. The newly elected vice-president remains in office for a full term of five years from the date he assumes charge of his office.
No ground has been mentioned in the constitution for the removal of the vice-president unlike Violation of the constitution is the ground mentioned for the removal of the president.
A formal impeachment is not required for his removal. He can be removed by a resolution of the Rajya Sabha passed by an absolute majority and agreed by the Loksabha.
Absolutely majority ( a majority of the total members of the House).