Enlightenment

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John Locke

Enlightenment thinker who believed in natural rights (life, liberty, property) and influenced modern democracy.

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Montesquieu

Philosopher who advocated for the separation of powers to prevent tyranny.

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Rousseau

Thinker who emphasized the social contract and the idea of popular sovereignty.

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Voltaire

Advocate of freedom of speech, religion, and separation of church and state.

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Natural Rights

Rights inherent to all humans, not granted by government.

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Social Contract

The theory that individuals give up some freedoms for an organized society.

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Influence of Enlightenment Ideas

The impact of Enlightenment ideas on political revolutions and social change.

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Separation of Powers

Philosophical concept that prevents any single branch of government from becoming too powerful.

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Locke vs Rousseau

Locke believed in natural rights and democracy; Rousseau focused on social contract and popular sovereignty.