Part V - The Union • Article

Article 67 Simplified: Term of office of Vice-President

The Vice-President holds office for a 5-year term. They can resign by writing to the President, or they can be removed if the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution (by a majority of all then members) and the Lok Sabha agrees. They remain in office until the next Vice-President is sworn in.

Official Text

The Vice-President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office: Provided that- (a) a Vice-President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the President, resign his office; (b) a Vice-President may be removed from his office by a resolution of the Council of States passed by a majority of all the then members of the Council and agreed to by the House of the People; but no resolution for the purpose of this clause shall be moved unless at least fourteen days' notice has been given of the intention to move the resolution; (c) a Vice-President shall, notwithstanding the expiration of his term, continue to hold office until his successor enters upon his office.

Simple Meaning

Explain Like Ten

The Vice-President's job is for 5 years. They can resign by giving a letter to the President. If they need to be removed, the Rajya Sabha must vote to remove them, and the Lok Sabha must agree. They stay in office until the next Vice-President is ready.

Student Mode

Establishes the Vice-President's term as 5 years. Outlines: (a) Resignation addressed to the President. (b) Removal by a resolution of the Rajya Sabha passed by an effective majority (majority of all the then members) and agreed to by the Lok Sabha (simple majority). Requires a 14-day notice. (c) Continuing in office until a successor takes charge.

Example

If a Vice-President wants to step down early, they hand their signed resignation letter directly to the President of India.

Key Takeaway

The Vice-President has a 5-year term but can be removed by a Rajya Sabha resolution agreed to by the Lok Sabha.

FAQs

Is there a formal impeachment procedure for the Vice-President?

No, unlike the President, the Vice-President is not impeached. They are removed by a resolution passed by the Rajya Sabha and agreed to by the Lok Sabha.

To whom does the Vice-President submit their resignation?

The Vice-President submits their resignation letter to the President of India.

Quiz

The resolution for the removal of the Vice-President must be initiated in:

Answer: Rajya Sabha only

To whom does the Vice-President address their resignation letter?

Answer: The President