Equal Protection Under Law

Definition

Equal protection under law refers to the principle that all individuals, regardless of race, gender, or other characteristics, should be treated equally by the government and protected from discrimination. It ensures that everyone is entitled to the same rights and opportunities.

Related terms

14th Amendment: The 14th Amendment guarantees equal protection under law for all citizens and prevents states from denying anyone their basic rights.

Civil Rights Act of 1964: This act prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in public places and employment.

Brown v. Board of Education: A landmark Supreme Court case that ruled segregation in public schools unconstitutional, emphasizing the importance of equal protection under law.