What are the functions of the …

An individual or a group of individuals that governs a political unit (such as a state, country or kingdom) is known as a government. The government takes decisions, makes laws, enforces the laws and penalises the individuals or groups that go against the laws.

The functions of the government include:

(i) Providing various services like the supply of water and electricity, free education, health services, proper roads, etc.

(ii) Maintaining the internal law and order

(iii) Protecting the country against external aggression

(iv) Maintaining peaceful relations with other countries

(v) Providing aid to the deprived and the underprivileged

(vi) Securing equality and justice for all sections of society

(vii) Ensuring and maintaining the economic growth of the country

<i>Five ways in which the government affects one’s daily life</i>:

(i) Supplying water and electricity

(ii) Laying, maintaining and repairing roads

(iii) Providing a good public transport system

(iv) Guaranteeing proper internal security

(v) Ensuring the proper functioning of its various administrations