Categories of people whose rights are in some way defended against discrimination are referred to as
A) protected groups.
B) minorities.
C) "special-needs" groups.
D) the privileged class.

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Protected groups are those whose rights are defended against discrimination under the law. This includes groups such as racial and ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, individuals with disabilities, and others who have historically faced discrimination and unequal treatment. The term "privileged class" is not appropriate, as it implies that some groups are inherently more privileged than others, whereas the goal of protecting these groups is to ensure that everyone is treated equally and without discrimination. "Special-needs" groups is also not an appropriate term as it is outdated and can be considered offensive to individuals with disabilities.

Categories of People Whose Rights Are in Some Way Defended