Enlightenment era

The Enlightenment Era, spanning the 17th to 19th centuries, was a cultural and intellectual movement in Europe that emphasized reason, science, and individual rights. Thinkers like John Locke, Voltaire, and Immanuel Kant challenged traditional authority, advocating for liberty, democracy, and rational thought. They believed that human beings could improve society through education and reason. This period laid the groundwork for modern democracy, human rights, and scientific inquiry, influencing revolutions and reforms worldwide. It marked a shift from faith-based explanations of the world toward a more rational and evidence-based approach to knowledge and governance.