WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Did the civil service examination system implemented by Han Wudi result in better governance of China? the written exams reduced favoritism and resulted in more qualified people working in China’s government.

Detailed explanation-2: -During the Han dynasty, candidates for government jobs had to prove their knowledge and ability by passing strict tests. As a result, a class of scholar-officials evolved. Under later emperors, this system developed into a meritocracy, or rule by officials of proven merit.

Detailed explanation-3: -The civil service system that was created under Han Wudi favored the rich. The Silk Road was a single road that extended from China to the Roman Empire.

Detailed explanation-4: -Appointees to office were usually recommended men from the commanderies, family relatives of high officials, or student graduates of the Imperial University. This institution was established in 124 BC, and provided a Confucian-based education for those entering civil service.