Meritocracy is a system where everyone is rewarded by their own achievements and merits. This not only makes a level playing stand for everyone, it also lets children get motivated to work harder and be a cut above the rest.
However, many people have complained because they feel that everyone deserves an equal chance. Following the views of Utilitarianism, everyone should be given an equal opportunity. This is not fair to those who have worked much harder than others. Why should the person that put in no effort at all get the equal opportunities than the one who worked hard? Following Existentialism, you should take responsibility for your own actions. So if you do not work hard, you have to face the consequences.
I agree that meritocracy is a good system as it encourages people to put in effort and do their best for the work they do. On top of that, it rewards those people who work hard and therefore are deserving.
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NOTE: Utilitarianism is a concept where things are done for the greater good for everyone; what you have explained in your post is communism.