None of the provided statements directly describe a major political influence of Israel in a contemporary context. However, if I must interpret a possible connection, the statement "Modern legal codes prohibit murder and theft" could be loosely related to the broader legal and ethical frameworks influenced by various modern states, including Israel.
The other statements do not accurately describe political influences related to Israel. For example:
- "People on trial are guilty until proven innocent" contradicts the principle of "innocent until proven guilty," which is a foundational legal principle in democratic societies.
- "Minority rule protects the rights of the majority" does not make logical sense in the context of political systems promoting democracy and rights.
- "Ancient civilizations recognized multiple gods" pertains more to historical religious beliefs rather than political influence.
If you're looking for a statement that recognizes a principle upheld in Israeli law, prohibiting murder and theft could be the closest, but it should be noted that this is a general legal principle rather than a unique political influence of Israel.