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The Enlightenment, also known as the Age of Reason, was an intellectual and philosophical movement that emerged in Europe during the late 17th and 18th centuries. It emphasized reason, individualism, and skepticism of traditional authority, leading to significant advancements in science, politics, and ethics. Key figures included philosophers such as john Locke, Voltaire, and Immanuel Kant, whose ideas influenced democratic principles and human rights. The Enlightenment laid the groundwork for modern democratic societies and the scientific revolution.

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