Meritocracy and Popular Legitimacy.
The article explores on the questions whether Great Britain lives in a meritocratic society, and if so, can it be celebrated or deplored. The author cites that the evidence suggests contemporary Britain is broadly a meritocratic country. He also discussed the obstacles that the lower-class individua...
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