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Autocracy, Exams and Stagnation: Imperial China's Modern Legacy
ChinaTalk
Meritocracy Through Anonymization
Statistical analysis reveals that family background has no influence on exam performance, indicating the effectiveness of an anonymized examination system. Historical data supports that this lack of bias in scoring existed from the sixth to the thirteenth century, showcasing the meritocratic nature of the evaluation process. The implementation of a double-blind system, where both examiners and examinees remain unaware of each other's identities, highlights a groundbreaking approach that reinforces merit-based evaluations and ensures fairness in assessments.
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