The Government of Uttarakhand is a state government functioning under a federal democratic structure, which is an important part of the Republic of India. The main objective of the Government of Uttarakhand is to ensure the socio-economic advancement of the citizens of the state and to promote the overall development of the region. Its major departments include education, health, agriculture, transport, tourism, industry, and rural development. Each department implements schemes and policies in its respective field so that the resources of the state can be best utilized and better services can be provided to the citizens. The government is headed by the Chief Minister, who is the highest executive officer of the state, and along with the members of the Cabinet, conducts the administrative work of the state.