Which famous political philosopher’s notions of natural law and the rights to “life, liberty, and property” were an influence on the writing of the Declaration of Independence?
A.
John Locke
B.
Voltaire
C.
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
D.
Socrates


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Respuesta :

Answer:

Most scholars today believe that Jefferson derived the most famous ideas in the Declaration of Independence from the writings of English philosopher John Locke. Locke wrote his Second Treatise of Government in 1689 at the time of England's Glorious Revolution, which overthrew the rule of James II.

Explanation:

john locke so the answer would be A