Cabinet of Ministers of the Russian Empire
| Кабинет министров | |
| Agency overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | November 4, 1731 |
| Preceding agency | |
| Dissolved | December 23, 1741 |
| Superseding agency | |
| Jurisdiction | Russian Empire |
| Headquarters | Saint Petersburg |
| Agency executive | |
The Cabinet of Ministers was the supreme state body established on November 4, 1731, by the decree of Empress Anna Ioannovna. On December 23, 1741, after the accession of Elizabeth Petrovna, it lost its powers and was transformed into the Personal Office of the Empress. In 1756, its functions were transferred to the Conference at the Highest Court.