Thirupparankundram case: INDIA bloc to move an impeachment motion against Justice G.R. Swaminathan
Dec 08, 2025
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GS2The Hindu - National
Key Points
- India bloc MPs are planning to move an impeachment motion against Justice G.R. Swaminathan.
- The impeachment motion is related to an order concerning the Subramaniya Swamy temple and a dargah.
- CPI(M) Su. Venkatesan stated that signatures of India Bloc MPs are being collected.
- The signatures will be submitted to the Parliament on December 9, 2025.
- Impeachment requires signatures of 100 Lok Sabha MPs or 50 Rajya Sabha MPs.
- A three-member committee investigates the impeachment motion if accepted.
- Both houses must pass the removal motion by a special majority.
- The President issues the removal order after the motion is passed.