In the 18th century, an intellectual movement called the
Enlightenment started in Europe. The thinkers who made
up this movement challenged many traditional European
political beliefs. John Locke, for instance, argued that all
people had natural rights that no leader could take away.
He also suggested that citizens had the right to overthrow
leaders who failed to protect their rights. Other
Enlightenment thinkers called for freedom of speech,
freedom of religion, and limits on governmental power.
These ideas are central to many democratic governments
today.
Which statement best describes the passage's main idea?