What are the powers and functions of the Cabinet?

The powers and functions of the Cabinet are as follows:

1. The Cabinet makes both the external and internal policies of the government on such matters as defence and security needs, energy requirements, savings for future, health projects, President's rule in the State, formation of new States, electoral reforms, etc.
2. It is a policy-framing body. It determines policies which are followed by the ministers of the concerned department.
3. The Cabinet coordinates the working of various departments.
4. It is responsible for the expenditure of the Government and raising the necessary revenues to meet it.
5. It prepares the President's Special Address to the Parliament.
6. It advices the President while issuing Ordinances.
7. The Cabinet decides the foreign policy of the nation, directs how to negotiate agreements and choose ambassadors.
8. The President declares emergency on the recommendation of the Cabinet.