Lesson 77 of 84 · Enlightenment
⭐ 30 XPenlightenment: Lesson 77
One of the most significant impacts of the Enlightenment was the questioning of absolute monarchy.
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One of the most significant impacts of the Enlightenment was the questioning of absolute monarchy. Philosophers such as Montesquieu proposed the separation of powers within government, suggesting that political authority should be divided among different branches to prevent tyranny. This idea influenced the founding principles of modern democracies, particularly in the United States Constitution. The Enlightenment encouraged citizens to think critically about governance, leading to movements that sought to limit the power of rulers and promote democratic ideals.
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Montesquieu proposed the separation of powers to prevent tyranny.
The Enlightenment influenced the U.S. Constitution's principles.
Citizens began to critically question the authority of absolute monarchs.
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