Question

how did philosopher influence the thinking of people of France​

Answer 1

Philosophers influenced the thinking of the people of France as :                                          

(i) They believed that mans' destiny was in his own hands.

(ii)  Criticized the divine and absolute rights of rulers.

(iii) Idea of formation of government based on social contract between people and their representatives.                                                                                                   (iv) All powers should not be concentrated.