The ideas contained in the declaration of independence encourage new settlers in south america to assimilate native populations. persuade religious leaders in other countries to stop the persecution of non-christians. motivate european rulers to establish new colonies. inspire people in other countries to question the authority of their government.

Selection (D) is the most correct. The Declaration, with its calls for independent governance, gave the impetus for other countries to question whether or not their own governments were legitimately derived. Many countries found this not to be the case and set about creating their own governments that were centered on their own people, instead of being centered on faraway kingdoms.

Prince henry the navigator is the man you're looking for.