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Affirmative action in college admissions refers to the policies and practices aimed at promoting diversity and equal opportunities for underrepresented groups.
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It involves giving preferential treatment, such as admission advantages or scholarships, to individuals from historically disadvantaged backgrounds.
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The purpose of affirmative action is to address past and present discrimination, ensuring that historically marginalized groups have fair access to higher education.
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Affirmative action seeks to create a more inclusive and diverse student body by increasing representation from minority communities.
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It can involve considering factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, and geographic background during the college admissions process.
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Supporters argue that affirmative action helps correct systemic inequalities and fosters a more equitable society.
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Critics of affirmative action claim that it can lead to reverse discrimination and undermine merit-based admissions.
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Affirmative action has been a topic of legal and political debate, with court cases shaping its implementation in different jurisdictions.
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The ultimate goal of affirmative action is to create a level playing field where individuals from all backgrounds have equal access to educational opportunities.
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