[2026] PTE Academic Reading - Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown)
Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) #0140
Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown)
Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown)
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The social contract is a foundational concept in political philosophy that explains the origins of organized society. It posits that individuals agree to surrender some of their freedoms to a central authority in exchange for protection and social order. Philosophers like Thomas Hobbes argued that without such an agreement, human life would be solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short. In contrast, John Locke believed that the primary of the state is to protect natural rights, including life, liberty, and property. This philosophical framework has influenced the development of modern democratic systems and legal codes. However, modern critics argue that the theory fails to account for those who are from the decision-making process due to social or economic inequality. Despite these criticisms, the social contract remains a tool for analyzing the legitimacy of governmental power.
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