The role of the Supreme Court in the advancement of civil rights has been pivotal in interpreting and upholding constitutional protections. Landmark decisions, such as Brown v. Board of Education (1954), which declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional, helped to dismantle systemic discrimination. Other rulings, including Loving v. Virginia (1967), that struck down laws against interracial marriage, have been essential in promoting equality under the law. These decisions have underscored the judiciary's critical function in challenging injustice and evolving societal norms regarding civil rights.