Jacques Rousseau

Jean-Jacques Rousseau was an 18th-century philosopher known for his influential ideas on politics, education, and human nature. He believed that people are born good but are corrupted by society. Rousseau argued for the importance of individual freedom and the social contract, where citizens agree to form a government for mutual benefit. His work "The Social Contract" emphasizes the notion of democracy and collective decision-making. Additionally, he valued natural education, advocating for a learning process that nurtures children's innate curiosity. Rousseau's thoughts significantly shaped modern philosophy, political theory, and educational practices.