According to China's "Labor Law", "Education Law" and other relevant laws and regulations, colleges and universities should follow the principles of equality, fairness and justice in the process of enrollment, and must not discriminate or treat them improperly. The legitimacy of the quota system in universities mainly depends on the following aspects:
Legal basis: The quota system within a university should have a clear legal basis, such as the relevant regulations of the Ministry of Education or the school's own articles of association and school-running policies.
Fairness and justice: the allocation and use of places should be based on the principle of fairness and justice, and the rights and interests of other candidates should not be harmed. Quota selection criteria and procedures should be clear and transparent, and should be reviewed and supervised through relevant procedures.
Rational use: University places should be used for reasonable purposes, such as rewarding outstanding students, promoting inter-school exchanges and attracting foreign students. The use of quotas shall not violate national laws and regulations, and shall not harm public interests and the principle of fair competition.
In short, the quota system within universities is allowed on the premise of legality, fairness and transparency. Schools and education authorities should ensure that the establishment and use of quotas comply with relevant laws and regulations, and actively promote fairness and justice in enrollment.