The Executive is one of the three branches of the government in India, alongside the Legislative and Judiciary. The Executive branch of the Indian government is responsible for implementing laws and policies formulated by the Legislature. The President of India is the head of the Executive branch, but the real executive power is exercised by the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers.
The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha, the Lower House of Parliament, and is headed by the Prime Minister. The Council of Ministers consists of Cabinet Ministers, Ministers of State, and Deputy Ministers. The Cabinet Ministers are in charge of major ministries like Home Affairs, Defence, Finance, etc. The Ministers of State and Deputy Ministers assist the Cabinet Ministers in discharging their functions.
The Executive branch of the government has several functions, which include:
1. Implementation of laws and policies.
2. Management of the day-to-day affairs of the government.
3. Preparation and presentation of the annual budget.
4. Management of foreign relations.
5. Administration of the civil services.
6. Maintenance of law and order.
7. Control and regulation of various industries and sectors.
The Executive branch is also responsible for appointing various constitutional and statutory bodies, including judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts, and the Chief Election Commissioner.
In addition to the Council of Ministers, the Executive branch of the government also includes various ministries, departments, and agencies that work towards achieving the objectives of the government.
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