The idea that political systems and societies evolve and "progress" due to unbridled competition and "the survival of the fittest" is often referred to as
A) sociobiology.
B) social Darwinism.
C) comparative psychology.
D) evolutionary psychology.

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This concept of viewing society and politics in terms of Darwinian evolutionary theory is known as social Darwinism. It posits that the strongest individuals or societies will naturally rise to the top, while weaker ones will fall behind. This view has been criticized for its oversimplification, as competition is often tempered by various factors such as government regulation, cooperation, and the influence of culture and history.

The Idea That Political Systems and Societies Evolve and "Progress