East Asian society refers to the collective culture, traditions, institutions, and practices found in countries such as China, Japan, Korea during the specified time period (1200-1450).
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Confucian bureaucracy: A system of government administration based on Confucian principles and hierarchical structures.
Civil service exams: Examinations used to select candidates for the bureaucratic positions in East Asian societies, based on their knowledge of Confucian classics.
Neo-Confucianism: A revival and reinterpretation of Confucian teachings that emerged during the Song dynasty, emphasizing moral cultivation and spiritual introspection.