Isn't this the same place everywhere that has a meritocratic system? In Japan/South Korea it's the final test at high school, in Switzerland it's the 1st year o

Isn't this the same place everywhere that has a meritocratic system? In Japan/South Korea it's the final test at high school, in Switzerland it's the 1st year of university, etc. I prefer the system in Switzerland, because everyone gets a shot at studying in the university but only those who can pass the exams can continue studying. Of course it means that the entire university experience is high pressure but it's more meritocratic, since different high schools have different standards for a good grade.