What did John Locke believe was the purpose for government?

Answer 1

Yes, Locke explained the purpose of government, and natural rights in his civil contract, which he is most famous for. In his civil contract, he explains all men have natural rights (life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness) and also he sets an example for many modern-day documents by explaining how governments should be democracies. Hope this helps!

Answer 2

That would be the wonderful john Locke. The English Philosopher of the seventeenth century. This particular line is found in his "Second Treatise of Government", an essay in which he outline how he thought a nation should be structured and what role government should play. His philosophy and language was borrowed extensively by the founders of the United States in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence.

Answer 3

John Locke believed that the government was to be run by the people and geared toward the betterment of the people. At the time of the Enlightenment and his theories, government control was often held by those who did not care how the people were treated. He taught others to learn what their government was doing, gain an education, and fight for the right to have control. Though in the end, the fight was a bit more violent than I believe Locke meant for it to be.

Answer 4

John Locke believed that the purpose of government is to protect the natural rights of its people. This included things such as liberty and safety.

Answer 5

John Locke put forth the idea that the most important role of government was to provide for the common good of its citizens.

Answer 6

shouldonly protect the right of citizens