POSITIVE and NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF RELIGION

Religion has both positive and negative effects. Which among the following is a positive social effect of religion?

• Conflict over beliefs 

• Discrimination

• Providing moral guidance

• Division among communities

Aside from moral values, religion also inspires. Religion explains that man is not placed in this world without a purpose. Which positive effect of religion is this?

• Religion promotes social harmony

• Religion gives positive goals in life

• Religion reduces the fear of the unknown

• Religion provides moral values

Even though religion brings about positive effects to the people, it also has its downsides.  Why do some people argue religion harms progress?

• It brings confusion to the people

• It encourages technological innovation

• It triggers conflicts and fights

• It impedes scientific advancements

Different religions offer different ideologies, beliefs and interpretations – these are some of the reasons why religious denominations argue. Which negative effect of religion is this?

• Religion affirms social hierarchy

• Religion causes discrimination

• Religion triggers conflicts and fights

• Religion impedes scientific success and development

Mary shared with her classmate that she wants to join a religious group that will listen to her problems. She wanted to be welcomed as part of a family, which she misses on his own. Which positive effect of religion is being observed given this scenario?

• Religion gives people a sense of belonging

• Religion gives a positive goal in life

• Religion provides moral values

• Religion affirms social hierarchy