DEFINITION

controversial issue is one where its related articles are constantly being re-edited in a circular manner, or is otherwise the focus of edit warring.

Other articles not yet classified as "controversial" have some edit conflict issues. The divisive nature of disputed subjects have triggered arguments, since opinions on a given issue differ as they are debated.

Perspectives on these subjects are particularly subject to time, place, and culture of the editor.

1)Articles listed here may need more work to approach a neutral point of view than is usual. For articles that are currently unbalanced, see NPOV dispute instead.
2)Articles on this list should be checked from time to time to monitor developments in the presentation of the issues.
3)Discussions about those controversies should be limited to the relevant Talk pages.