ईसा पूर्व दूसरी शताब्दी में स्थापित प्राचीन चीनी प्रणाली, जिसे प्रतियोगी परीक्षाओं के माध्यम से योग्यता के सिद्धांत पर आधारित पहली वैज्ञानिक भर्ती प्रणाली के रूप में मान्यता प्राप्त है, को ______ के रूप में जाना जाता है।

Consider the following statements regarding the Northcote-Trevelyan Report of 1854 and its influence on the British recruitment system: A. Britain adopted the merit system of recruitment in 1857 following the recommendations of the Northcote-Trevelyan Report of 1854. B. Prior to the implementation of the merit-based system, the patronage system was the prevalent method of recruitment in the United Kingdom. C. The merit system advocated by the report emphasizes the selection, retention, and promotion of civil servants based on demonstrated fitness. D. The principle of merit was accepted as the basis for recruitment in Britain in 1853, preceding its adoption in India. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

Consider the following statements regarding the historical development and characteristics of the recruitment system in Prussia: A. Prussia was the first country in modern times to develop a scientific system of public recruitment. B. The establishment of open competitive examinations in Prussia took place during the 18th century. C. The Cadet System, which involved recruitment at a young age followed by institutional training, was a practice utilized in Prussia. D. The merit system of recruitment was adopted in Britain and India before it was established in Prussia. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below: