Record Number of Chinese Youths Join Civil Service, Amid Concerns Over Integrity
People who entered the public sector had plagiarism scores that were 15.6% above the average. | World News
A record 3.7 million young Chinese took the annual civil-service exam in November, sparking concerns about the character of some who may have entered public service for dubious reasons. A recent study from the University of Hong Kong found a link between academic dishonesty and a higher likelihood of pursuing a career in the public sector. Researchers discovered that individuals who plagiarized more in their master's theses were more likely to be promoted quickly after joining the public service. This raises questions about the integrity of some individuals in positions of power.
