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What does Locke say can happen if a government fails to protect the rights of its people?
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What does Locke say can happen if a government fails to protect its rights of its people?
If any government abused these rights instead of protecting them then the people had the right to rebel and form a new government.
Who believe that people had rights to remove a government that didnt protect their rights?
who believe that people had rights to remove a government that didnt protect their rights
What is created to protect inalienable rights?
people created government to protect our rights
How does the government protect your rights?
they have certain laws to protect our rights such as people who commit crimes are prosecuted
How might the contract theory serve to protect the rights of the people?
Because it states that the purpose of government is to protect the rights of people & if the government cannot/will not do so, then the people should rebel.
When did John Locke think people should set up a new government?
John Locke believed that people should set up a new government when the existing government fails to protect their natural rights, namely life, liberty, and property. He argued that when a government violates these rights, people have the right to rebel and form a new government that will secure and protect their rights.
Why does the government pass laws?
to protect the people's natural rights.
What was enacted in 1791 to protect the American people from their government?
The Bill of Rights The Bill of Rights
What happens if the government doesn't protect the people's rights?
The people can kick them out of office.
What did jefferson think should happen to a government that does not protect people's rights?
Locke felt that if a government does not protect the people's rights, the people have the right to dissolve that government. This sentiment affected the writing of the Declaration of Independence.John Locke, a philosopher in 1689, put forth the argument that governments that failed to protect the natural rights of its citizens were subject to change by a revolution if necessary.
How did the government?
Government was set up by the people to protect their rights as individuals and to keep order
Why is there a social contract between people and government?
If you are referring to the United States, there is social contact between people and government because of our Constitution. We have a democracy form of government in which the people are freely elected to hold office which gives us a voice in the government. We are free to voice our opinions and requests directly or indirectly by our votes.
