Although Not Technically Rejecting Aristocratic Rule, Confucius Believed That a Primary

question 68

Multiple Choice

Although not technically rejecting aristocratic rule, Confucius believed that a primary basis for granting the right to participate in government should be

• A) merit.
• B) birth.
• C) wealth.
• D) force.
• E) moral insight.

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