Exemption from Guilt by Association

1. Case of Xu Chen's Discourse on Respect and Virtue in Recommending the Worthy

2. Jurisdiction: State of Jin, China (Spring and Autumn Period) (c. 632 BCE)
3. Original Case: 胥臣论敬与德以举贤案
4. Key Figures: Xu Chen (Jiu Ji), Duke Wen of Jin (Chong'er), Xi Que (Ji Que)
5. Case Tags: Merit-based Appointment;Exemption from Guilt by Association;Conflict of Interest Waiver;Ancient Confucian Governance Precedent