Title: Darwin's Theory of Evolution: Definition & Evidence | Live Science
Headings: What is Darwin's Theory of Evolution?
What is Darwin's Theory of Evolution?
Origin of whales
Natural selection
Modern understanding
A wealth of evidence
Controversy
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Content: Controversy
Despite the wealth of evidence from the fossil record, genetics and other fields of science, some people still question its validity. Some politicians and religious leaders denounce the theory of evolution, invoking a higher being as a designer to explain the complex world of living things, especially humans. School boards debate whether the theory of evolution should be taught alongside other ideas, such as intelligent design or creationism. Mainstream scientists see no controversy. " A lot of people have deep religious beliefs and also accept evolution," Pobiner said, adding, "there can be real reconciliation." Evolution is well supported by many ex