Question

12 according to john locke, why do individuals leave the state of nature to form a society? a to freely participate in communal living without restrictions. b to overthrow existing governments and establish direct democracies. c to protect personal freedoms and property through a social contract. d to become part of a global economic system ensuring wealth distribution.

Explanation:

John Locke's social - contract theory posits that individuals in the state of nature have natural rights to life, liberty, and property. To better protect these rights, they enter into a social contract to form a society and government.

Answer:

C. To protect personal freedoms and property through a social contract.