| abstract | - The Sentient Segregation Act was an decree made by Emperor Palpatine during his reign as Emperor. It declared that all sentients living in Imperial City were to be separated into different neighborhoods and boroughs based on species. It was created mostly due to the xenophobic violence between species. The punishments for those who disobeyed the act were harsh. Many of them were imprisoned, tortured, or executed. The effects on the population varied. Some thought that the act decreased violence and were happy to be with their own kind. Others who were forced to live with violent, dangerous beings believed it was a curse. Many were separated from friends or even family. The effect on society was a mixed one. In some areas, peace ensued. In others, the problems only increased.
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