Which statement BEST describes the philosophy of Sir Robert Filmer?

Question

A.
Kings derive their power from the consent of their subjects.
B.
Kings have a divine right to absolute authority over their subjects.
C.
Government’s principle duty is to protect the individual rights of citizens.
D.
Government’s principle duty is to enforce the rule of law

Answer 1

B. Kings have a divine right to absolute authority over their subjects.

Sir Robert Filmer was an advocate of the divine right of kings, asserting that monarchs derive their authority from God rather than from the consent of the governed.