The Enlightenment was an intellectual and philosophical movement that emphasized reason, logic, and individualism. It sought to challenge traditional beliefs and promote progress through education and scientific inquiry.
Related terms
Natural Rights: The belief that individuals are born with certain rights such as life, liberty, and property.
Social Contract: An agreement between the government and its citizens in which individuals give up some freedoms in exchange for protection of their rights.
Separation of Powers: The division of governmental powers into distinct branches (legislative, executive, judicial) to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.