Why do genes only make up a small percentage of DNA? A. We only use a small portion of DNA, because there aren't that many unique proteins.
B. It reduces the chances of genes being damaged.
C. It prevents cells from accidentally making the wrong protein.
D. The extra DNA will eventually be turned into genes as organisms evolve.

you did not attach the discourse, but i assume it to be the discourse on the origin and basis of inequality among men (the original titile in french is: "discours sur l'origine et les fondements de l'inégalité parmi les hommes"), also know as "second discourse". in this discourse, jean-jacques rousseau emphasizes that private property is the basis of all inequalities.

therefore, what enabled the old regime to maintain as long as it did was private property.