The Economic Times

Can race-neutral school admissions policies still discriminate? Whats at stake in the US Supreme Courts Maryland school case

The US Supreme Court is set to examine the contested admission policy in Montgomery County affecting Asian-American students. The court's ruling will address whether sufficient evidence of discrimination exists for the lawsuit to progress. Previously, lower courts dismissed the case due to a lack of proven discriminatory intent. This decision could influence how selective public schools assess students under race-neutral policies.