Strict Scrutiny Places the Burden of Proof on the Government

Strict scrutiny places the burden of proof on the government to show that a law's classification scheme

A) does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, gender, or national origin.
B) is "broadly construed" to achieve a "constitutionally defined imperative."
C) eliminates all "negative externalities" in its attempt to achieve a "constitutionally defined imperative."
D) serves a "compelling interest," is "narrowly tailored to achieve that goal," and that the government has used the "least restrictive means" for achieving its compelling interest.