Is the significance of religion increasing or decreasing in contemporary Australian society? Which of the following is NOT correct?

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The significance of religion in contemporary Australian society is a complex issue, with trends indicating both decline and transformation rather than a straightforward increase or decrease. Church attendance has indeed declined over the past 50 years (A), suggesting a decrease in traditional religious adherence. However, the presence of religious issues in daily newspapers (B) does not necessarily indicate an increase in the significance of religion, but rather an ongoing public interest in religious matters. The variation in perspectives on religiosity, as noted between Steve Bruce and Gary Bouma (C), highlights the complexity of measuring religious significance, with some scholars noting decline in traditional forms and others pointing to the transformation and thriving of new religious expressions. The incorrect statement (D) is about the decline of witchcraft and paganism, which, contrary to the claim, have actually seen a resurgence or increased interest in many Western societies, including Australia, as part of a broader diversification of religious and spiritual practices.

Is the Significance of Religion Increasing or Decreasing in Contemporary