<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
Define affirmative action.
<|assistant|>
Affirmative action is a policy or programs that are intended to correct the effects of prior discrimination against historically excluded groups by utilizing measures that are aimed at achieving an equalitarian outcome. Specifically, it applies to those in employment or in education and seeks to ensure equality of opportunity, particularly for those belonging to a protected group.