Question

Which major historical political theory of the origin of the state is most compatible with the declaration of independence?

Answer 1

Answer: Social contract theory

Explanation:

Social contract theory explains that members of a society live based on the rules and agreement that instituted their moral and political precepts or the terms and condition on which they society was formed. Social contract theory can be differentiated based on the purpose for which it was designed for. A particular social theory can be adopted to safeguard members of a society while another can be applied to justify sovereign power.

Answer 2

Social Contract Theory is the correct answer.

The Social Contract is an agreement between citizens and the government that sets the rights of both parties. The theory of social contract suggests that "rational people" believe in organized government. Therefore, this ideology is known to have highly influenced the Declaration of Independence writers.