C. American Revolution Era
it ensured that careers would be open on the basis of merit and not privileges of birth.
It did not guarantee women equal rights but confirmed the existing supremacy of men over women; women had fewer rights than children.
It didn't either enshrine individual rights or the security of the state- there was a balance
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What contributed the most to why Europeans decided to explore was the 3 g's God,Gold,Glory..