The key exponent of the modern idea of the nation-state was ________ April 27, 2021 by admin Question: The key exponent of the modern idea of the nation-state was ________ A. john locke B. rene descartes C. charles montesquieu D. g. w. friedrich hegal Answer» d. g. w. friedrich hegal Note: The above multiple-choice question is for all general and Competitive Exams in India.