The THE SELFISH GENE: THE BIOLOGICAL BASES OF OUR BEHAVIOR

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https://doi.org/10.29105/dj5.8-174

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Evolution, Genetics, Behavior, Egoism

Abstract

Selfishness dictated by the selfish gene has been present in all organisms since ancestral DNA approximately 3.9 - 4 billion years ago and is still within our cells due to its desire to continue its existence by any means possible, including deception, persuasion, corruption, tyranny, slaughter, etc. On the other hand, altruism guided by cultural traits, philosophy and ethical values ​​began only about 5500 years ago (beginning of the discovery and development of writing). It is quite clear that domesticating and controlling a trait that is between 3.9 and 4 billion years old is not the same as domesticating a trait that is only 5500 years old (a ratio of almost 730,000 to 1). Consequently, and most likely, in terms of biology and evolution, the fundamental cause of human corruption is due to the selfish gene. Of course there must be opportunities for its manifestation. Socially, this could happen when people occupy higher positions on the power ladder.

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Dawkins, R. 1989. The Selfish Gene. 352 pp. Oxford University Press. Oxford, New York.

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Published

2025-02-17

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Badii, M. H. (2025). The THE SELFISH GENE: THE BIOLOGICAL BASES OF OUR BEHAVIOR. Journal of Legal Challenges, 5(8), 173–183. https://doi.org/10.29105/dj5.8-174

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Vol. 5 No. 8 (2025): January - July 2025

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Reseña

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