The Shock of the Imperial Examination Rules
She looked at Chu Wen in confusion.
Li Shi Min didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
He had never expected Chu Wen's answer to be so clear and strange.
It was beyond imagination.
Originally, he thought that Chu Wen would use his lack of talent as an excuse.
Unexpectedly, it was such a speechless answer.
Li Shi Min smiled and shook his head.
"Fine, since you have no interest in government affairs, I won't force you.”
Chu Jie relaxed.
He heaved a sigh of relief.
Fortunately, the Emperor did not force him to be an official.
His important task of coaxing his wife would not be delayed.
Li Shi Min couldn't help but laugh when he saw his expression.
No matter how it looked, it was like a ferocious beast to let Chu Wen become an official.
It didn't seem that scary.
"Your words today have inspired me a lot. You're really something!" he encouraged. Let's go to the Administrative Hall. They're probably waiting anxiously.”
Chu Wen naturally followed his advice.
Anyway, it didn't delay his business, so everything was negotiable.
Thus, he returned to the Political Hall with Li Shimin.
Seeing Chu Jie return and seemed to be chatting happily with His Majesty, Li Xue Yan could not help but feel a little strange.
The way she looked at her husband was exceptionally gentle.
It was already very good that he did not make His Majesty angry.
To be able to make His Majesty happy, he really had the ability.
Her husband was really amazing.
After chatting for a while, Chu Wen and Li Xue Yan bid farewell.
He returned to the residence.
As soon as he returned to the residence, he saw Li Daozong pacing back and forth in the front courtyard. He seemed a little anxious.
Seeing Chu Wen and Li Xue Yan return with smiles on their faces, Li Daozong heaved a long sigh of relief.
His daughter and son-in-law had been in the palace for so long that he thought something had happened.
From the looks of it, there should be no accidents.
After greeting his daughter and son-in-law, Li Daozong finally felt at ease and returned to his study to write the regulations.
Chu Wen and Li Xue Yan returned to their room.
Two days later, Li Daozong finally finished writing the regulations.
Naturally, it was also based on Chu Wen's thoughts.
However, he had slightly enriched it.
The next day, Taiji Palace.
After the morning court session, Li Shimin asked Li Daozong, Fang Xuanling, Du Ruhui, Zhangsun Wuji, and Wei Zheng to stay.
They discussed important matters together.
There were two important matters in front of Li Shimin.
Firstly, it was naturally the rules of the imperial examination.
Secondly, it was the request for a marriage alliance with Tubo.
Ever since he heard Chu Wen's words two days ago, he was even more inclined to reject the Tibetans.
However, this was a serious matter, and pulling one hair would affect the whole body.
Now that they had just fought the Turks, the soldiers and people were exhausted, and the treasury was empty.
If the rejection of the marriage caused the Tibetans to be dissatisfied and harass the Great Tang at the border, it would be quite troublesome.
Therefore, he was also unable to make a decision.
He wanted to discuss it with a few of his trusted ministers.
Seeing Li Daozong and the others looking at him, Li Shimin cleared his throat.
Then, he said," Today, I have asked all of you to stay because there are two important matters in front of us. The first is the selection of scholars through the imperial examinations. After we finish reading the regulations of the Daoist Sect, please help me raise your opinions…"
"As for the other matter, it is the request of the Tubo for a marriage alliance. The Tibetan envoy has already asked several times. Today, I want everyone to help me come up with a decision.”
"It's our duty to share His Majesty's worries," everyone said.”
Then, Li Shiming turned to Li Daozong.
"Dao Sect, have you finished writing the regulations?"
"Reporting to Your Majesty, the regulations have been written. Please take a look, Your Majesty."”
Then, he handed the regulations to Li Shimin.
Li Shimin said," There's no need to submit it. You can read it out and let everyone listen to it. It's a waste of time to pass it on to each other."”
Li Daozong nodded.
Then, he slowly opened the book.
He began to read.
He had already organized what Chu Wen had said.
Therefore, he read it in an orderly manner.
Everyone heard it very clearly.
When he said that the imperial examination was divided into four steps: the college examination, the provincial examination, the general examination, and the palace examination.
Everyone was shocked.
This was quite different from the imperial examinations of the previous dynasty.
However, he did not know what this method was and how effective it was.
Everyone had the same thoughts, so they all pricked up their ears and listened attentively to Li Daozong explain how these four steps were carried out.
Li Daozong was full of energy as he explained these steps one by one.
The more everyone listened, the more surprised their faces became.
It could actually be done like this?
However, it sounded quite effective.
Li Shi Min was also shocked.
Not only did this method sound easy to operate, but it was also in line with the fairness he proposed. It allowed talented people to be recruited, not based on family status.
These four steps, especially the academy and provincial examinations, basically eliminated the chance for the wealthy to monopolize.
He continued to listen.
Li Daozong then explained the method of the examination.
Initially, Chu Wen had only mentioned the numbering method, but then he remembered the Song Dynasty's 'name system' and 'transcribing method.' Thus, he asked Li Daozong to add these two methods.
In fact, this "name sealing system" was equivalent to sticking the examinee's name with a seal.
The Transcription Method, on the other hand, required a specialist to copy the examinee's answers onto another test paper.
Both methods were used to deal with cheating.
After Li Daozong read it out.
The imperial court fell silent.
Everyone's faces were filled with admiration.
How did Li Daozong come up with such a strict method?
Everyone present was a vixen.
They were also very clear about the problems of cheating in the examination.
However, according to Li Daozong's method, cheating was almost impossible.
As long as not all the invigilators colluded with the examinees, there would be no cheating.
Li Shi Min couldn't help but nod.
"It's impeccable, it's impeccable!”
"Everyone, please speak up and see if there are any other loopholes.”
Everyone looked at each other.
No one revealed any loopholes.
Everyone was dumbfounded.
At the same time, he was filled with admiration.
After looking around, Li Daozong put away the regulations with satisfaction.
He felt indescribably proud.
He had already expected everyone's reaction.
Because he was also in such a confused state back then.
After a long while, Zhangsun Wuji exclaimed,"It's perfect. Once this rule is out, all cheating can basically be said to be eliminated.”
"That's right. To think that you could think of such a strict method. As a result, the Great Tang's imperial examinations would definitely be able to absorb true talents.”
Fang Xuanling stroked his beard and smiled.
Li Daozong's face was filled with humility, but the pride in his heart was simply indescribable.
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