Question

what was the original purpose of the ss? to eliminate german unions to punish communists to intimidate the german population to limit the rights of women

Explanation:

The SS (Schutzstaffel) was initially formed as a small protection unit for Adolf Hitler. Its early - stage purpose included suppressing political opponents, especially communists. Eliminating German unions, intimidating the population, and limiting women's rights were not its original purposes.

Answer:

to punish communists