Leads to competition,antagonism between nations
The principle that a person cannot be held in prison without being charged with a crime is known as <em>habeas corpus</em>. This principle protects an individuals right to trial and due process if they are accused of committing a crime.
The successes of the Scientific Revolution gave people the confidence that human reason could solve social problems. During the Enlightenment, people began to question openly their religious beliefs and the teachings of the church.