Policies That Support Greater Equality, Often by Granting Racial or Gender

question 22

Multiple Choice

Policies that support greater equality, often by granting racial or gender preferences in hiring, education, or contracting, are known as ___________.

• A) civil rights
• B) affirmative action
• C) civil liberties
• D) gender action
• E) preference action

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Definitions:

Devolution

The transfer of power or responsibilities from a central government to local or regional administrations.

Provision of Services

The act of supplying or making available services to people or organizations, often referring to those offered by governments to meet public needs.

Across States

Refers to activities, regulations, or issues that span multiple states within a country, often requiring coordination among them.

Bureaucratic Accountability

The principle that bureaucrats and administrative agencies must be answerable for their actions and decisions to higher authorities, the law, and ultimately the public.