The main objective of civil rights legislation passed in the 1960s was to eradicate racial discrimination and promote social equity in the United States. The most notable of these acts were the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. These laws aimed to eliminate segregation in public places, enforce voting rights for African Americans, and ensure equal access to education and employment opportunities. The legislation represented a significant governmental commitment to civil rights, responding to the widespread activism of the Civil Rights Movement. It laid the groundwork for further advancements in equality and justice for marginalized communities.