Rousseau's The Social Contract called for surrendering of natural rights to

A) the general will.
B) the monarch.
C) the Church.
D) the parliament.
E) the nobles.

General Will

A concept in political philosophy, particularly associated with Jean-Jacques Rousseau, representing the collective interest or the common good that is in the best interest of society as a whole.

Natural Rights

Fundamental human rights based on universal natural law, predating and regardless of legal systems or governments, such as life, liberty, and property.

The Social Contract

A theory or model, originating during the Age of Enlightenment, that suggests an implied agreement among individuals to form a society and abide by its rules for mutual benefit.