Question

Section 3. No person shall be denied the equal protection of the laws. No law shall discriminate against a person because of race or religious ideas, beliefs, or affiliations. No law shall arbitrarily, capriciously, or unreasonably discriminate against a person because of birth, age, sex, culture, physical condition, or political ideas or affiliations. Slavery and involuntary servitude are prohibited, except in the latter case as punishment for crime.

–Constitution of Louisiana,
1974

Which statement best summarizes the text?

All citizens are afforded equal rights and protections.
Slavery is illegal and will not be tolerated by law.
Discrimination against people based on religion is unconstitutional.
Laws cannot be made to discriminate against people.

Answer 1

A

Step-by-step explanation:

All citizens are afforded equal rights and protections.

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Answer 2

Answer: A. (All citizens are afforded equal rights and protection)

Explanation: That provision marked the first time that Louisiana citizens were guaranteed equal protection of the laws by their state constitution.