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According to seventeenth century political philosopher John Locke, government exists to:

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Answer: The purpose of government to John Locke was to protect the natural rights of individuals.

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The government exists to preserve the rights to liberty, life, health and property of its citizens, and to punish its citizens who violate the rights of others.