Question

Which of the following aspects of American government is NOT based on the philosophies of John Locke?

a)the power of government must be separated into three distinct branches

b) individuals must enter into a social contract with government

c)the power of government should be limited

d)the power of government originates with the people

Answer 1

John Locke was not of the opinion that b) individuals must enter into a social contract with government.

John Locke came up with a Theory of Social Contract as well as other philosophies in relation to government. He believed that:

• Government power needed to be separated into the legislative, judicial and executive branches for it to function well
• Government power should be limited to certain roles
• The government derived its powers from the willingness of the people to submit

He did not believe that people needed to get into a social contract with the government but rather that they should only do it consensually.

In conclusion, John Locke believed a social contract between government and people was necessary but that it needed to be done willingly.

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