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NISA [10]
3 years ago
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How did the social contract theory differ from the divine right of kings?

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Tamiku [17]3 years ago
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The social contract theory differs from the divine rights of kings in that in the divine right of kings, there is a belief that some people are elected by god to rule or are gods descendants. On the other hand, social contract theory, the citizens are expected to surrender to the powers of the state in order for them to be protected.

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