Question

the text describes an effect of enlightenment philosophy during the eighteenth through twentieth centuries: enlightenment thinkers like john locke and montesquieu argued that political legitimacy rested with the people, not from monarchs who claimed they had received it from god. once the idea of popular sovereignty was applied in the british north american colonies, its appeal spread around the world. throughout the nineteenth century and into the twentieth, leaders in many countries struggled with the ideas and implementation of liberty, popular sovereignty, natural rights, and democracy. based on the text, how did the ideas of enlightenment philosophers affect political developments during the eighteenth through twentieth centuries? a. they contributed to the spread of religious governments. b. they encouraged imperialist control of foreign lands. c. they led to greater popular participation in governments. d. they supported expanded powers for kings and queens. the atlantic revolutions as a world event, 1750 - 1830 ce courtesy of world history for us all

Explanation:

Enlightenment philosophers like Locke and Montesquieu argued for popular sovereignty, which means political legitimacy comes from the people. This idea led to more people participating in governments as they believed they had a right to be involved in political - decision making.

Answer:

C. They led to greater popular participation in governments.