Subject: Polity
The term "Kitchen Cabinet" refers to an informal group of trusted advisors who assist the Prime Minister in making key decisions outside the formal Cabinet structure. Although not constitutionally mandated, this group often consists of close political confidantes and experienced senior leaders.
As described in Polity by Laxmikant, the Kitchen Cabinet plays a pivotal role in offering candid advice and quick consultations on pressing matters, thereby supplementing the formal decision-making process of the Cabinet.