Natural rights
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Where does government get its right to govern, according to the natural rights philosophers?
Citizens consent to follow the laws of government in exchange for the protection that their natural rights would not be taken away (Social compact / contract)
What is social compact?
The agreement that people make among themselves to create a government to rule them and protect their natural rights.
What is the purpose of government according to the natural rights philosophers?
The main purpose of government was to protect the peoples natural rights of life, liberty, and property. Kings should not have absolute power where they would be able to deprive people of their natural rights.
