Why is population considered an important element of a state​

The population is one of the most important aspects of a state. Any analysis of man in his organized communities must begin with population and soil. The people are the ones who create the state; without them, there would be none. However, the population must be high enough to form and maintain a state.

so, colonists did not want to pay any taxes.  

colonists did not consider themselves british citizens.  

colonists felt no sense of obligation to britain.  

colonists objected to violations of their natural rights. are the answer choices?