Question

what was the main idea of baron de montesquieus book the spirit of laws?
government should be split into separate branches.
citizens are born with certain natural rights.
government enters into a social contract with its citizens.
government should not force religion on its citizens.

Explanation:

Montesquieu's The Spirit of Laws emphasized the separation of powers in government. He proposed that government should be split into separate branches (legislative, executive, judicial) to prevent tyranny. The idea of natural rights is more associated with Locke. The social - contract theory is a general concept but not the main focus here. The idea of not forcing religion is a part of broader freedoms but not the core of this book's main idea.

Answer:

Government should be split into separate branches.