What is the purpose of government? 1. The purpose of government is to establish a social system in which those with power are at the top and those with few skills are at the bottom of the social system.
2. The purpose of government is to help people establish rules so that everyone benefits from the social structure and to provide protection to its citizens.
3. The purpose of government is to aid those who cannot take care of themselves by providing them with such needs as food, housing and a job.
4. The purpose of government is to collect taxes and levy fines upon citizens who do not follow the rules and regulations of the society.