Does segregation of children in public schools solely on the basis of race depn the children of the minority group of equal educational opportunities? Segregation of white and colored children in public schools has a detrimental effe upon the colored children. We conclude that, in the field of public education, the doctrine of "separate but equal" has no place This disposition makes unnecessary any discussion whether such segregation also violates the Due Process Clause. - Brown v. Board of Education, May 17,195 How did the Brown v. Board of Education ruling affect the Civil Rights Movement? A The ruling led to increased sepregation that targeted a select group of citizens The ruling repealed laws that had previously protected the policy of segregation c. The ruling resulted in racial equality for all minority citizens living in the country The ruling prevented other minority groups from protesting for equal treatment. 18b. Which statement from the excerpt provides evidence to support your answer to Part A? "Because of the covious importance of the question presented, the Court took jurisdiction." n "Segregation of white and colored children in public schools has a detrimental effect upon the colored children.