The concept embodied in the Constitution of separating the legislative, executive, and judicial functions of government was promoted by which philosopher?
a. Baron de Montesquieu
b. David Hume
c. John Locke
d. Sir Isaac Newton
e. Sir Francis Bacon
Ans: a. Baron de Montesquieu
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