Which legal act aims to eliminate employment discrimination?

The correct answer is the Civil Rights Act, particularly Title VII, which targets various forms of employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. This landmark legislation was enacted in 1964 and established the framework for addressing workplace discrimination and promoting equality in employment practices. It prohibits employers from making employment decisions based on these protected characteristics and established the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to oversee compliance and investigate claims of discrimination.

The Fair Labor Standards Act primarily regulates minimum wage and overtime pay, focusing on labor standards rather than discrimination. The Americans with Disabilities Act is concerned specifically with discrimination against individuals with disabilities, while the Equal Pay Act addresses wage discrimination based on gender. Although these acts also play important roles in combating discrimination in specific contexts, the Civil Rights Act is the comprehensive law aimed at eliminating employment discrimination across a broader spectrum.