Civil Service System
/ˈsɪvəl ˈsɜːrvɪs ˈsɪstəm/
Definitions
- (n.) A bureaucratic framework regulating employment, promotion, and discipline of government employees based on merit and protected from political influence.
The civil service system ensures impartiality in government hiring practices.
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- civil service system
- civil service systems
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Commentary
The civil service system is foundational to separating political appointments from career government employees, promoting efficiency and fairness in public administration.
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