Title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex and national origin. A) Discriminatory practices prohibited; employees or applicants for employment subject to coverage.It banned discriminatory practices in employment and ended segregation in public places such as swimming pools, libraries, and public schools. This Directive provides policy guidance and standards for establishing and maintaining effective affirmative programs of equal employment opportunity. Civil Rights Act of was signed into law. "Affirmative action . . . There are a few exceptions. It enabled blacks, women, and other minorities to break down barriers in the workplace. The plaintiffs claimed that they were victims of reverse discrimination under the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Under the 1972 amendments, EEOC no longer is limited to investigation and conciliation of charges.