A School Teacher Has HIV/AIDS, and the Parents of Many

question 16

Multiple Choice

A school teacher has HIV/AIDS, and the parents of many of the children have asked that their children be transferred to another teacher or school. The school board has told the teacher that he must transfer to a position where he is not in contact with children. What legally protected ground may be violated in this situation?

• A) There is no discrimination because there is a safety concern for employees and students.
• B) There is no discrimination because the teacher would not be able to do his job.
• C) This is a violation of human rights legislation, based on physical disability.
• D) This is a violation of human rights legislation, based on sex.

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Definitions:

Global Population Growth

The increase in the number of individuals in the world, often discussed in terms of its impact on resources and the environment.

Economic Disincentives

Financial policies or measures intended to discourage harmful behaviors through increased costs or reduced financial benefits.

Family Planning

The method of managing how many children a family has and the spacing between their births, specifically through the use of birth control or the choice of sterilization.

Poverty

A condition where individuals or communities lack the financial resources to meet basic needs such as food, shelter, and healthcare.