Question

1. The federal government prohibits racial segregation in public schools. What is the legal basis for this prohibition, and why is this issue handled at the federal level? (2 points) 2. Federal law also says that religious schools cannot be supported with government funds. What is the legal basis for this prohibition, and why is this issue handled at the federal level? (2 points)

Answer 1

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Explanation:

1.

The main legal basis for this prohibition is to put an end to racial segregation. This prohibition was as a result of the supreme court's ruling of 1954 in the case of Brown vs. Board where it was ruled that racial segregation in public schools, and separation of schools based on race or colour was unconstitutional as it violates the fourteenth amendment law of the United states that afford individual the right of equal protection under law.

2.

According to constitutional standards, Federal laws are responsible for the education of all citizens and provides support for all public schools where anyone is able to attend. However, the Federal law prohibited the spending of government funds on religious schools (based neutrality principle) noting that they are a private industry. The first Amendment allows individuals right to freedom of religion and prohibits the government from institutionalising a particular religion. This by implication no aid can br given to a particular religious school