State Functions
/ˈsteɪt ˈfʌŋkʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) The essential activities or duties performed by a government to regulate, administer, and enforce laws.
The state's functions include maintaining public order and providing social services.
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- state functions
- state function
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specifying state functions helps delineate the scope of governmental authority and responsibility.
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