What did Locke argue had been used as the basis for government in place of the consent of the people?

“The purpose of government, according to Locke in the *2nd Treatise*, is to protect our state of nature rights to life, liberty, and property. Locke recognizes that in order to do so government must tax us (I.e., must infringe on our rights to life, liberty, and property)“

Explanation:

“Locke's political theory was founded upon that of social contract. Unlike Thomas Hobbes, Locke believed that human nature is characterised by reason and tolerance. ... Locke also advocated governmental separation of powers and believed that revolution is not only a right but an obligation in some circumstances“.