The protection of minority rights refers to safeguarding individual rights, freedoms, and interests of minority groups, particularly those who may be disadvantaged or face discrimination due to their race, religion, gender, or other characteristics.
Imagine you are playing a game where everyone has different strengths. To ensure fairness and equality, it's important to protect the rights of players who may have fewer advantages or abilities than others.
Civil Liberties: These are individual rights and freedoms protected by law from government interference.
Affirmative Action: This term refers to policies that aim to provide opportunities for historically disadvantaged groups in areas such as education and employment.
Voting Rights Act: This act prohibits racial discrimination in voting practices by ensuring equal access to the voting process for all citizens.
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