Question

What did John Locke believe in his interpretation of the Social Contract? a. Separation of powers would keep one group from total control of government. b. Governments should be freely elected and the collective good should be valued above that of individuals. c. Believed that people had to hand over their rights to strong rulers and in exchange people would gain law and order. d. Believed that the that it is the government's power is to protect people's natural rights and if they don't then the people have the right to overthrow the government.

Answer 1

c. Believed that people had to hand over their rights to strong rulers and in exchange people would gain law and order

Step-by-step explanation:

John Locke was as am English philosopher who believed in liberalism and separation of powers.

His version of social contract theory states that the only right people give up is their right to punish people who violate their rights and in giving up this right, the enjoy the benefits of civil society.

Therefore, the correct answer is C.