Why do so many people deny the theory of evolution?

Evolution is poorly understood by students and, disturbingly, by many of their science teachers. read more

Because, for some theists, the scientific theory of evolution by natural selection presents a threat to their religion. Many, if not most, theists know their god only through the teachings and doctrine of their religion. Anything which runs counter to those is considered a threat. read more

Evolution is poorly understood by students and, disturbingly, by many of their science teachers. Although it is part of the compulsory science curriculum in most schools in the UK and the USA, more than a third of people in both countries reject the theory of evolution outright or believe that it is guided by a supreme being. read more

Before you answer this question, remember that in science a theory is the final point of the scientific method. After hypothesising, evaluating and testing the circumstances a theory is developed which means that this is the truth as we know it. read more