ethics civics MCQ #5197

The concept of Social Contract primarily refers to?

ethics civics MCQ #5197

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The concept of Social Contract primarily refers to?

    • A) Government ownership of businesses
    • B) Agreement between citizens and state for mutual rights and duties
    • C) Commercial agreements between states
    • D) Military alliances

    Answer: Agreement between citizens and state for mutual rights and duties

    Explanation: The Social Contract, as theorized by Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau, describes a foundational agreement between citizens and the state whereby individuals surrender some freedoms in exchange for protection of their rights.