meritocracy

(noun)

Meritocracy, in an administrative sense, is a system of government or other administration wherein appointments and responsibilities are objectively assigned to individuals based upon their "merits" and achievements.

Related Terms

  • technocracy
  • junta
  • oligarchy

Examples of meritocracy in the following topics:

  • Equality

    • In the classical sense, equality of opportunity is closely aligned with the concepts of equality under the law and meritocracy.
    • Thus, policies that seek an equality of outcome often require a deviation from the strict application of concepts such as meritocracy and legal notions of equality before the law for all citizens.
  • Forms of Government

    • A meritocracy refers to rule by the meritorious; a system of governance where groups are selected on the basis of people's ability, knowledge in a given area, and contributions to society.
  • Non-Democratic Governments: Monarchy, Oligarchy, Technocracy, and Theocracy

    • Forms of government and other political structures associated with oligarchy usually include aristocracy, meritocracy, plutocracy, military junta, technocracy, and theocracy.
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