Meaning Of The Word Merit system

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Merit system Meaning

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Merit system Definition

What's The Definition Of Merit system?

merit system in American English
a system of hiring and promoting people to civil service positions on the basis of merit as determined by competitive examinations
a system or policy whereby people are promoted or rewarded on the basis of ability and achievement rather than because of seniority, quotas, patronage, or the like

merit system in British English
noun: the system of employing and promoting civil servants solely on the basis of ability rather than patronage

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