Alternative views on the origin of mankind

This is a stub intended to become an overview of Wikipedia articles discussing the various competing views that exist on the origin of mankind.

• Scientific theories currently accepted as "mainstream":
  • Evolution
  • Origin of life
  • Evolution of Homo sapiens

• Controversial scientific theories:
  • Aquatic ape theory

• Scientific theories currently considered obsolete or improbable:

• Religious beliefs:
  • Creationism
  • Intelligent design