"Why is there inadequate action by the state

to curb the violence?"

Can someone explain what the question is asking?

The question is not clear. What state? Which violence?

What is the state doing now? What more could it do?

Curb means to produce less violence than there is now.

Thanks, Ms. Sue. I got it.

The question is asking about the reasons behind the state's insufficient or ineffective actions in addressing and reducing violence. It is suggesting that the state is not taking enough measures to control or stop violent incidents. The question is inquiring about the possible factors that contribute to the state's lack of action in curbing violence.