How did the publication of Martin Luther's 95 Theses affect European understanding of government? (Select all that apply.) The Catholic Church countered Luther's proclamation by requiring all clergy to be elected regionally. Martin Luther's proclamation of forming a relationship with God led to the petition of monarchs and to self-governance. Protestant churches established local governing bodies or councils. The printed success of Luther's 95 Theses led to transparency in government because more documents were being circulated. I think its c and d

The correct answers are B) Martin Luther's proclamation of forming a relationship with God led to the petition of monarchs and self-governance and C) Protestant churches established local governing bodies or councils.

The publication of Martin Luther's "95 Theses" affect European understanding of government in that Martin Luther's proclamation of forming a relationship with God led to the petition of monarchs and self-governance and Protestant churches established local governing bodies or councils.

Martin Luther wrote "95 Theses" in 1517, a document also known as the "Disputation on the Power of Indulgences."In the text, Luther critiques the abuse of the old practice of the Catholic clergy of selling plenary indulgences. These were ways to reduce punishment in purgatory after sins. He also critiques the Pope and some church practices.