Locke's theory of property

John Locke's theory of property suggests that individuals have a right to own resources through their labor. When someone works on or improves something from nature—like planting crops or building— they mix their effort with it, and thus, they gain a natural right to it. Locke believed that this process justifies private ownership, provided there is enough and of quality for others (the "enough and as good" condition). This idea emphasizes that property arises from personal effort and consent, balancing individual rights with the needs of the community.