Darwinism refers to the theories and concepts proposed by Charles Darwin, a 19th-century British scientist. Darwinism is primarily associated with the theory of evolution, which suggests that species evolve over time through a process known as natural selection. According to Darwinism, the diversity of life on Earth is a product of this evolutionary process, where organisms that possess advantageous traits are more likely to survive and reproduce. This theory challenges religious beliefs that propose a divine creation of life. Darwinism has had a profound impact on various scientific disciplines and continues to be widely accepted as a fundamental theory in biology.