The basic purpose of setting up a state is to?

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.