The executive is the second most powerful organ of government that is responsible for implementing laws passed by the legislature and policies of the government. It has tremendously increased in power and role with the rise of the welfare state. The executive includes all government officials except those in legislative or judicial roles and consists of both political executives like ministers who are elected and represent the public, as well as permanent civil servants who carry out day-to-day administration. The executive's functions include enforcing laws, making appointments and treaties, handling defense, foreign policy, some financial and semi-judicial functions, and more. There are different types of executives including nominal/titular vs. real, hereditary vs. elected, single vs. plural,