Lesson 7 of 84 · Enlightenment
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The Enlightenment also sparked debates about human rights and social contracts, particularly through the works of social contract theorists like Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau.
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The Enlightenment also sparked debates about human rights and social contracts, particularly through the works of social contract theorists like Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau. Hobbes believed in a strong central authority to avoid chaos, while Locke argued that governments must protect individual rights, and Rousseau emphasized the collective rights of the community. These contrasting views shaped ideas about governance, justice, and individual freedom. The discussions surrounding these theories contributed to the development of modern concepts of democracy, civil rights, and social justice, as thinkers began to advocate for the protection of the rights of all citizens.
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Hobbes believed in strong government to avoid chaos.
Locke argued for the protection of individual rights by government.
Rousseau emphasized the collective rights of the community.
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