Question

which enlightenment philosopher is most closely associated with the idea that governments have the responsibility to guard life, liberty, and property? a. jean - jacques rousseau b. baron de montesquieu c. john locke d. thomas hobbes

Explanation:

John Locke, an Enlightenment philosopher, argued in his works that individuals have natural rights to life, liberty, and property, and governments are established to protect these rights. Rousseau focused on the social contract for the general will, Montesquieu on separation of powers, and Hobbes on absolute sovereignty to avoid chaos—none are primarily linked to this specific right-protection role as Locke is.

Answer:

C. John Locke