Strict Scrutiny: A legal test used by courts to determine the constitutionality of a law or government action that discriminates against a suspect class, such as race or religion. The government must show that the law or action is narrowly tailored to achieve a compelling government interest.
Intermediate Scrutiny: A legal test used by courts to determine the constitutionality of a law or government action that discriminates against a quasi-suspect class, such as gender or illegitimacy. The government must show that the law or action is substantially related to an important government interest.
Rational Basis Test: A legal test used by courts to determine the constitutionality of a law or government action that does not involve a suspect or quasi-suspect class. The government must show that the law or action is rationally related to a legitimate government interest.