Why must the government bear the responsibility of providing public facilities?

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Private companies look only for profit

Prices fixed by private companies won’t be affordable for everyone

Private companies develop disparity among people

All of the above

answer is D.

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The government must bear the responsibility of providing public facilities because Private companies look only for profit; prices fixed by private companies won’t be affordable for everyone, and Private companies develop disparity among people.
Public facilities are the essential facilities that are provided to everyone. It will be provided to everyone without any discrimination. Some examples are water supply, electricity, health care, etc. Providing public facilities is one of the essential functions of the government in any country. This comes under general welfare. Only if the government provides public facilities can everyone afford them, and they will be available to everyone, ensuring the Right to Life is ensured. Private companies always look for profit-making. Therefore, public facilities provided by private companies are not a desirable option. When basic facilities are not available to everyone, people are deprived of the opportunity to live a decent or dignified life.

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