Meritocracy
5 articles tagged with "Meritocracy"
Peter the Great's Reforms in Early Modern Russia
Peter the Great's sweeping reforms transformed Russia into a modernized nation-state through centralization, meritocracy, and Western influence.
Imperial China: Power Dynamics and Social Hierarchy
Explore the governance structure of Imperial China, focusing on its merit-based examination system and complex power dynamics involving eunuchs and aristocrats.
The Examination System and Confucian Influence on Chinese Imperial Administration
Explore how the imperial examination system shaped Chinese governance, promoting Confucian values and meritocracy despite occasional corruption.
The Role of Civil Servants in Imperial China
Explore the role of civil servants in maintaining order and efficiency through merit-based examinations during centuries of imperial Chinese governance.
Status and Ritual in Early Chinese Society
Explore the social and religious dynamics that defined noble status in early Chinese society during the Warring States Period.