A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Diversity refers to the presence of differences within a group or population. This can include differences in ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, and other backgrounds.

For example, a classroom with students from different cultural backgrounds and economic situations would be considered diverse. The Supreme Court has recognized the importance of diversity in education and has allowed affirmative action plans to promote diversity.

In the past, diversity was also used as a legal term to refer to a plea made by a prisoner who claimed they were not the person accused and found guilty. In this case, a new jury would be impaneled to determine the prisoner's identity.