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Option: A. Rousseau, who believed that only the government could secure the rights of man.
Explanation:
Rousseau was one of the philosophers in the 18th century who played a fundamental role in spreading their ideas and thought to the public based on rights and freedom. Rousseau influenced in bringing the enlightenment in Europe. His rejected the monarchy rule and showed favour to the establishment of government. He was in support of direct democracy, where people voted and elected representatives. He believed that only government could give rights to man which he destines to have by birth.