Stephen

=//The Five Purposes of Government//=



1.Protection of Rights

 * A government has to secure and protect your life, liberty and property.[[image:http://www.princetonol.com/groups/iad/links/constitution.jpg width="213" height="129" align="right"]]

Examples:
 * 1) Freedom of speech
 * 2) Freedom of religion

This purpose is important to the stability of a society because without it, people would not be treated equally.





2.Resolving Conflict

 * A government provides ways of resolving conflicts among people to keep social order.

Examples:
 * 1) Courts
 * 2) Taxes
 * 3) Serving in the Army

This purpose is important to the stability of a society because it keeps social order.



3.Providing Public Services

 * A government provides essential services that make community life possible and helps promote the general welfare.

Examples:
 * 1) Building sewer systems
 * 2) Inspectors are hired to check meat
 * 3) Street cleaning

This purpose is important to the stability of a society becuase a society needs public services in order to prosper or advance.





4.Providing a Common Defense

 * A of the government's major responsibilities is to defend the nation against enemies.

Examples:
 * 1) ﻿Army
 * 2) Navy
 * 3) Air Force

This purpose is important to the stability of a society becuase without it, the citizens of a society would not feel safe or protected.



5.Making Economic Decisions

 * A government can make choices to help shape the economy.[[image:http://www.onenationaustralia.com/images/business.jpg width="214" height="139" align="right"]]

Examples:
 * 1) Aiding others in wars
 * 2) Providing tax advantages
 * 3) Encouraging trade

This purpose is important to the stability of a society becuase it can help prevent an economic downturn.