History: The French Revolution · Class 9 · CBSE Social Science
Which philosopher proposed the division of power within the government between the legislative, the executive, and the judiciary in his book 'The Spi…
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Which philosopher proposed the division of power within the government between the legislative, the executive, and the judiciary in his book 'The Spirit of the Laws'?
- A.Jean-Jacques Rousseau
- B.John Locke
- C.MontesquieuCorrect answer
- D.Voltaire
Solution
Montesquieu proposed a division of power within the government between the legislative, the executive and the judiciary in 'The Spirit of the Laws'. This model of government was put into force in the USA after the thirteen colonies declared their independence from Britain.
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