The "State of Nature" is a philosophical concept that describes a hypothetical condition of human existence before the establishment of organized societies or governments. In this state, individuals live without formal laws or authority, relying on their instincts and natural rights. Different philosophers, such as Thomas Hobbes and John Locke, have varying interpretations of this concept, influencing political theory. In Hobbes' view, the State of Nature is chaotic and violent, leading people to form social contracts for security. Conversely, Locke sees it as a more peaceful state where individuals possess rights to life, liberty, and property, which they seek to protect through governance.