Montesquieu's influential doctrine of the separation and balance of powers suggested that good government could be obtained by:

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Montesquieu's doctrine, as outlined in his work "The Spirit of the Laws," advocated for the separation of powers into three branches of government (executive, legislative, and judicial) to prevent tyranny and promote liberty. He was also influenced by the English system of government, which he saw as a model for mixing different forms of governance (monarchical, aristocratic, and democratic). Additionally, he emphasized the importance of intermediate bodies, such as the nobility, in balancing power between the monarchy and the people.

Montesquieu's Influential Doctrine of the Separation and Balance of Powers