A. maintain law and order
B. protect foreign interest
C. Promote development
D. provide social facilities
Correct Answer: Option A
A. maintain law and order
Explanation
A state is a political organization with a centralized government that maintains a monopoly by the use of force within a certain geographical territory. It must be able to maintain law and order, enforce obedient from its citizens and defend its territory from external/internal attacks when the need arises.