A tension exists between which of the two Western social tenets?

Question

A tension exists between which of the two Western social tenets?

A. Judeo-Christian teachings and social Darwinism

 B. Democratic ideals and the Puritan ethic

C. social Darwinism and Democratic ideals

 D. the Puritan ethic and social Darwinism

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

C. social Darwinism and Democratic ideals

Explanation:

1. Social Darwinism promotes the idea of "survival of the fittest" in society, justifying inequality and competition.
2. Democratic ideals, on the other hand, emphasize equality, fairness, and equal opportunity for all.