Identify Five Prohibited Grounds of Discrimination and Describe How ONE

question 48

Essay

Identify five prohibited grounds of discrimination and describe how ONE of the five you identify can be the source of constructive discrimination.

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Definitions:

Arbitrary Governments

Forms of government characterized by unchecked power and authority, often leading to decisions based on personal whims or discretion rather than laws or ethical standards.

Economic Rights

Refers to rights that allow individuals to engage in activities necessary for the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.

McCarren-Walter Act

A United States federal law enacted in 1952, also known as the Immigration and Nationality Act, which set quotas on immigrants based on national origin and allowed the government to deport immigrants or naturalized citizens engaged in subversive activities.

Political Prisoners

Individuals imprisoned because they opposed or criticized their government's policies, often held without fair trial.