The Countries That Believe in Aliens the Most

The survey illustrates findings from an Ipsos poll conducted with 24,471 adults across 36 countries, asking whether they believed aliens would visit Earth in 2023. Conducted between October and November 2022, the survey provides a fascinating look at global perspectives on the possibility of alien encounters.

A recent survey sheds light on which countries are most open to the idea of an alien visit, with India, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE topping the list. Several cultural, religious, and media influences may contribute to this openness in these countries.

One possible explanation for India’s high acceptance of alien life (43% likely) is its rich mythological heritage, where gods, djinn, and various supernatural beings are widely accepted. This mythological background might make the concept of extraterrestrial life more approachable and relatable. Additionally, discussions within some religious communities about the Quran's references to non-human life have sparked further interest online, especially in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

Mass media could also play a role. For example, Star Wars has a large fanbase in India, introducing audiences to complex alien societies. This contrasts with the U.S., where, despite Hollywood's prolific output of alien-themed movies, only around half of respondents felt an alien visit was likely.

Interestingly, Japan's low percentage (8%) of respondents who believe an alien visit is likely stands out, given the country’s technological advances and fascination with futuristic and science-fiction themes. This discrepancy highlights that while certain cultural factors, like science fiction, can contribute to beliefs in extraterrestrial life, they don't influence each country equally.

Survey results for some of the countries are as follows:

🇮🇳 India, 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, 🇦🇪 UAE, 🇹🇭 Thailand, 🇨🇴 Colombia, 🇨🇳 China, 🇵🇪 Peru, 🇮🇩 Indonesia, 🇸🇬 Singapore, 🇲🇽 Mexico, 🇲🇾 Malaysia, 🇹🇷 Turkey

These results suggest that belief in extraterrestrial life is influenced by a complex mix of cultural, religious, and media elements, with varied levels of acceptance around the globe.

To know more about the survey, follow the link.