Question

liberty consists in the freedom to do everything which injures no one else; hence the exercise of the natural rights of each man has no limits except those which assure to the other members of the society the enjoyment of the same rights. these limits can only be determined by law. - declaration of the rights of man, 1789 how does this passage reflect the ideals of the enlightenment? it promotes the concept of natural rights. it denounces the idea of a social contract. it ensures the rights of both men and women. it supports the separation of government powers.

Explanation:

The passage from the Declaration of the Rights of Man emphasizes natural rights. Enlightenment thinkers like John Locke promoted the idea of natural rights (life, liberty, property). The text states that the exercise of natural rights has limits only to ensure others can enjoy the same rights, which is in line with the concept of natural rights. It does not denounce the social contract (the idea of limits by law could be seen as part of a social contract - people give up some absolute freedom for the common good). The text only mentions "each man" and does not ensure women's rights. There is no mention of separation of government powers (like legislative, executive, judicial branches) in the passage.

Answer:

It promotes the concept of natural rights.