Question

1. what does the enlightenment idea of popular sovereignty mean?

○ divine will is the source of proper political institutions.
○ popular rulers are always the most effective rulers.
○ citizens are the source of all political power.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• The first option ("Divine will is the source of proper political institutions") relates to the divine right of kings, not popular sovereignty.
• The second option ("Popular rulers are always the most effective rulers") is incorrect as popular sovereignty is about the source of power, not the effectiveness of rulers.
• The third option ("Citizens are the source of all political power") aligns with the Enlightenment idea of popular sovereignty, which holds that political power originates from the people (citizens).

Answer:

C. Citizens are the source of all political power.