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social science subjects > economics > economic concepts > international trade > quotas
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social science subjects > politics and international relations > political science > representation and electoral systems > quotas

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quotas  

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  • The term quota implies allocation, allotment, apportionment, share, or distribution in cases of school admission, jobs, or seats in legislative bodies. Quotas are attained through legal or constitutional devices on the basis of criteria other than merit and qualifications. [Source: The Encyclopedia of Political Science; Quotas]

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