Direct discrimination

Direct discrimination occurs when someone is treated less favorably than others because of a specific characteristic such as their race, gender, age, religion, or disability. It involves making an explicit or obvious distinction that results in unfair treatment. For example, refusing to hire someone solely because they belong to a particular ethnic group would be direct discrimination. This type of discrimination is often intentional and clear, and laws usually prohibit it to promote fairness and equality in various areas like employment, education, and services.