Question

The idea that all people are born with the natural rights of life, liberty, and property is most directly associated with the writings of
1) Baron de Montesquieu
2) Thomas Hobbes
3) Jacques-Bénigne Bossuet
4) John Locke

Answer 1

Answer:

4) John Locke

Explanation:

In 1689, John Locke wrote "Second Treatise of Government" in which he mentioned about the equal rights of the individuals. He spoke about the natural rights of the individuals that are an inseparable part from the lives of the people. He mentioned that the fundamental rights are "life, liberty and property". Preserving life, freedom to choose and rights to own property are the basic natural rights. It is the duty of the government to secure these rights and protect each individual from being prohibited from these rights.