Question

question 1 - 37
the passage below is from the declaration of independence.
we hold these truths to be self - evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. — that to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, — that whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new government
according to the passage, what is the principal role of government?
to protect the natural rights of citizens
to expand social equality
to glorify the ruler in the eyes of the creator
to assist citizens in accessing financial opportunities

Explanation:

The passage from the Declaration of Independence emphasizes that people are endowed with certain unalienable rights like Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness, and governments are instituted to secure these rights. So the principal role of government is to protect citizens' natural rights.

Answer:

To protect the natural rights of citizens