Chapter 38: Promoting the Imperial Examination, Establishing Universities!_1
Indeed, there are those of humble origin in court, but they all hold insignificant positions without substantial power. The Prime Minister Li Si, Great General Bai Qi, and General Meng Tian, each representing a different faction, possess deep roots spreading across every corner of the Qin Dynasty. After one hundred thousand years of development, factions have inevitably formed. People are inherently self-interested. They will undoubtedly protect the interests of their own, and over time, this has led to the current system for selecting officials.
"Continue, Crown Prince!" The Qin Emperor’s expression was calm, revealing no clear support or opposition.
The ministers stood with their mouths slightly agape, yet they dared not speak. One must not forget that the Qin Emperor was a Saint Realm expert. Even if they possessed a hundred times the courage, they wouldn’t dare to ignore the Qin Emperor’s words.
"The Qin Dynasty’s system for selecting officials has three major flaws. If these are not changed, the Qin Dynasty will forever lack talent!"
"First, recommendations are required from officials of the fifth rank or above. Apart from the children of the privileged, who else can obtain such recommendations?"
"Second, the assessment method is too simple. The Ministry of Personnel’s evaluation of officials is based on a Martial Artist’s cultivation realm, resulting in the elimination of many individuals with genuine talent and knowledge!"
"Third, the education system is incomplete. Academies are only open to the privileged, leaving ordinary people from humble backgrounds with no opportunities for education!"
Qin Wudao’s resounding voice echoed throughout the grand hall.
These words caused a few ministers to fall deep in thought, finding the argument reasonable. However, the majority of the ministers were filled with terror. This was a sharp knife! A knife aimed at slaughtering the privileged clique! Without the current official selection system, how would their descendants maintain their superior lifestyle?
"Crown Prince, officials of the fifth rank and above possess exceptional judgment. Their recommendations ensure that the talents they bring forward can become pillars of the state. If anyone could make recommendations, the state would descend into chaos!"
Behind Prime Minister Li Si, Lv Wei, the Grand Censor, spoke gravely. Dressed in a black official robe, his face was stern and solemn, exuding a faint aura of authority.