Theories of the origin of humans

This page is an entry point for Wikipedia articles on the various competing views about the origins of mankind.

• Scientific theories currently accepted as "mainstream":
  • neo-Darwinian evolution
  • Origin of life
  • Evolution of Homo sapiens

• Controversial scientific theories:
  • Aquatic ape theory
  • Panspermia

• Scientific theories currently considered obsolete or improbable:
  • Lamarckian evolution

• Religious beliefs:
  • Creationism
  • Intelligent design