Question

Government is the institution by which societies A. fight wars of inquisition. B. penalize those who do not agree with the majority. C. establish and enforce laws. D. dictate social etiquette.

Answer 1

The best and correct answer is this one:
C. establish and enforce laws.

The establishing laws is done by the legislative branch, and the enforcing by the executive, and any conflicts are resolved by the judicial branch. The other options are examples of government abusing its power.