Study was undertaken by National Evolutionary Research Centre , Durham . It suggests that societies with less access to food and water are more likely to believe in all - powerful , moralistic societies . it also suggests similarities between a belief in high gods who enforce a moral code and a strong social hierarchy .
Study was conducted by National Evolutionary Synthesis Centre , Durham . It suggests that societies with less access to food and water are more likely to believe in all-powerful , moralistic deities . Research also uncovered link between a belief in high gods who enforce a moral code and a strong social hierarchy .