Civilizations developed religion because?

It's been hypothesized that the development of religion, whether through “moralizing high gods” or “broad supernatural punishment” enforced a code of behavior that kept most people in line and obedient, allowing for the emergence of early complex civilizations.

Explanation:

according to my research (britannica and quizlet) the first settlements were along the huang river because it could give the crops more fertile soil that really it out. this was due to the yellow slit caused by floods of the river.

i would say b. or c.