The establishment of Enlightenment ideals in politics significantly advanced the concepts of reason, individualism, and democracy. Philosophers like John Locke and Jean-Jacques Rousseau argued for the idea of social contracts and the inherent rights of individuals to life, liberty, and property. These ideas challenged traditional monarchical and theocratic systems, inspiring revolutionary movements across Europe and the Americas. Enlightenment principles became the foundation for modern governance, promoting systems based on consent of the governed and advocating for separation of powers in government.