Powers and functions:
1. The Chief Minister is the chief administrator of the State. All major decisions of the State Government are taken under his leadership.
2. The Chief Minister plays an important role in the formation of the Council of Ministers. On the advice of the Chief Minister, the Governor appoints the other Ministers.
3. The Chief Minister supervises the activities of different ministries and advises them accordingly. He also coordinates the activities of different ministries.
4. The Chief Minister plays an important role in making policies of the State Government ensuring public interest. His voice is final in policy decisions of the State Government.
5. The Governor appoints different higher officials of the State Government on the advice of the Chief Minister and his Council of Ministers.
