Asked by Celeste Preciado on Jul 04, 2024

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The "comity" provision of Article IV of the Constitution was designed to promote national unity by

A) asserting that the federal constitution,and federal law generally,take precedence over state laws and even state constitutions.
B) claiming that powers not explicitly delegated to the federal government were reserved for the states.
C) prohibiting state governments from discriminating against citizens of other states in favor of their own citizens.
D) outlawing government discrimination on the basis of race,ethnicity,and gender.

Comity Provision

A principle or legal doctrine that allows for recognition of foreign legal processes, provided they are consistent with local law and values.

National Unity

The sense of solidarity and cohesion among the citizens of a nation, often in pursuit of common goals or under shared identities.

  • Discuss the mechanisms designed to promote national unity and prevent discrimination among states.
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Sabrina DanelleJul 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The "comity" provision of Article IV of the Constitution prohibits state governments from discriminating against citizens of other states in favor of their own citizens. This provision was included to promote national unity by ensuring that states did not create undue barriers for citizens of other states who were traveling or conducting business across state lines.