Question

Which of these statements is NOT true?

"Specific religious beliefs and practices vary cross-culturally."
"Religion can be an instrument of societal change, even revolution."
"Religion serves only to maintain social solidarity; it does not create or maintain social divisions."
"Religion is a cultural universal."
"State religions are presided over by full-time specialists."

Answer 1

"Religion serves only to maintain social solidarity; it does not create or maintain social divisions."

Step-by-step explanation:

Religion is the human relationship with the spiritual being and it defines how a person deals with the problems of his daily life. Sociologists study of religion to determine the working of a society. They believe that it is a social institution where people shared common beliefs and behavior. However, throughout history, social leaders have used religious narratives to interpret the meaning of life. And religions are used to create social divisions by polarizing groups and communities in the name of religion. The crusades of the eleventh century and crises in middle-east are some examples.