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The Gaokao exam in China significantly impacts individuals lifelong, often unfairly labeling them based on where they studied, not their abilities. This educational assessment prioritizes institutional prestige over personal merit in recruitment.

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Background:

The National Higher Education Entrance Examination (Gaokao) profoundly influences life trajectories in China.
Exam outcomes often lead to lifelong labeling of individuals' intellectual capabilities.
Specific Gaokao rules exacerbate these effects, particularly the 'Where' criterion.

Discussion:

The recruitment process in Chinese scientific and social organizations heavily favors graduates from prestigious 'first-record' universities.
An individual's background and achievements are often secondary to their alma mater.
This creates a discriminatory system that perpetuates inequality.

Key Insights:

The Gaokao's 'Where' rule acts as a significant, discriminatory barrier in professional recruitment.
Meritocracy is undermined as institutional affiliation overshadows individual competence.
The examination system perpetuates a hierarchical structure within higher education and subsequent employment.

Outlook:

Re-evaluation of Gaokao's role in perpetuating educational and social stratification is needed.
Developing more equitable recruitment practices that value diverse skills and experiences is crucial.
Addressing the biases inherent in the 'first-record' college system could foster a more inclusive professional landscape.