Explanation
A. The passage isn't defending a group's principles; it's discussing Gilman's specific contributions to social theory.
B. (Correct Response) The passage describes Gilman's role in the intellectual conversation around the consequences of Darwin's scientific theory on social organization, specifically addressing her ideas on social evolution and reorganization of society to incorporate gender equality.
C. There's no explicit discussion of theoretical disagreements between closely related social theories.
D. The passage presents Gilman's views within the context of social theory evolution, not as a defense against an opposing interpretation.
E. It's not merely an introduction to a scientific theory but a look at Gilman's specific social theory and its broader implications for societal evolution.
The passage delineates Charlotte Perkins Gilman's significant role in the debate over applying Darwinism to social ideology, highlighting her unique perspective and its implications for societal organization and the advancement of women's roles in society. This can be inferred from the overall discussion of Gilman's theories and their contrast with the dominant ideas of her time.