Ultimately the Protestant Reformation led to modern democracy, skepticism, capitalism, individualism, civil rights, and many of the modern values we cherish today.
Explanation:
The Reformation was a product and consequence of the Enlightenment. Also, the Protestant Reformation furthered the cause of the Enlightment by bringing literacy and education to masses. Through the efforts of John Knox who made it his mission to teach the gospel to his fellow countrymen.
The Social Contract allows for citizens to pick and overthrow the ruler. The government should be based to the citizens according to the Social Contract.