How did the scientific revolution of the 17th and 18th centuries lead to changes in the way people thought about society and government?

The scientific revolution emphasized the importance of observation, reason, and evidence-based thinking. This led to questioning traditional authority and beliefs, including those related to society and government. It sparked debates about the role of government, the rights of individuals, and the concept of progress, laying the foundation for Enlightenment ideals such as democracy, individual rights, and social contract theory.