Question

QUESTION 1/3
What is the purpose of the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth
Amendment?
Preventing discrimination based on race or gender
Ensuring voting rights for all citizens

Answer 1

The purpose of the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment is primarily to prevent discrimination based on characteristics such as race, gender, and other classifications. It requires that individuals in similar situations be treated equally by the law. Therefore, among the options provided, the correct answer is:

**Preventing discrimination based on race or gender.**