B. The State Executive
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The State Executive is the branch of state government in charge of administering the state and enforcing the law. The Governor serves as the official leader of the State Executive, while the Chief Minister leads the Council of Ministers and is the state’s attorney general.
The legislature, the executive branch, and the judiciary make up the three branches of the government, which is built on the separation of powers. Enforcing laws passed by the legislature and managing state governance are roles assigned to the state executive.
The following individuals make up the State Executive:
- Governor
- Chief Minister
- Council of Ministers
- Advocate General of the State
- Non-Political Permanent Executive – Civil Servants
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Law enforcement |
The major duty here is to uphold the rule of law and keep the state’s law and order. |
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Developing policies |
The executive is tasked with making policies and preparing for development. |
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Lawmaking-related duties |
Ministers also participate in drafting laws because they are legislators. |
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Delegated Legislation |
The legislature gives the executive branch additional power to enact laws. |
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Financial Functions |
Although the legislation is the guardian of all finances, the executive is in charge of creating budgets and collecting and disbursing tax money. |
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Quasi-Judicial Functions |
One of its quasi-judicial functions is to appoint judges for the lower courts and tribunal members. |