Which of the following statements reflects or captures the author’s view on the search for extraterrestrial intelligence?

• A. It is a vain attempt by man to underpin his fragile existence
• B. It is in danger of becoming a latter day religion
• C. Were the search to yield positive results, man would accord those creatures super god status
• D. The belief that there are aliens in the universe springs from enormous faith and the pursuit reflects man’s spiritual urge.