Atheism

Atheism has always been and will remain a subject of great interest for civilized society. Atheism is non-belief in the principle or doctrine of God. It is a trait or a belief formed on experiences of human beings. The history of atheism dates back to the pre-historic times. About 22% of the world population is composed of atheists. It has been one of the most controversial philosophies of human evolution. This belief varies according to the person, place, experiences and value systems around the world. Famous people in history like Clement Atlee, Karl Marx, Percy Shelley, etc. were atheists. Even contemporary celebrities like Woody Allen, Stephen Hawking are to some extent atheists. Although a very rare philosophy, it has evoked a spirit of inquiry among the people. It is widely believed that values such as rationalism, scientific attitude, belief in reasoning, etc. have emerged from atheist principles. Today, it flourishes along with different faiths as an integral part of our society.
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