Cultural Evolutionism

Cultural Evolutionism is the theory that cultures develop and change over time in a process similar to biological evolution. Just as species adapt to their environments through natural selection, cultures evolve through changes in beliefs, practices, and technologies. This idea suggests that cultures can become more complex and efficient by adapting to social and environmental challenges. Different cultures may progress at varying rates, and their development can be influenced by factors such as geography, resources, and interactions with other cultures. This perspective helps us understand cultural diversity and the historical dynamics of human societies.