The Principle of the Separation of Powers: Montesquieu’s Revolutionary Concept
Words: 699 1693Renowned Enlightenment philosopher Baron de Montesquieu is most recognized for his significant contributions to political theory, especially the notion of the separation of powers. His 1748 treatise "The Spirit of the Laws" contained an explanation of this concept and served as the foundation for contemporary democratic administration. The authors of the US Constitution were influenced by Montesquieu's theories regarding the allocation of governmental powers, and his ideas are still relevant in today's political discourse. Avoiding the accumulation of power in […]