The first list of rankings quickly met with skepticism online upon its appearance, as too many individuals with ordinary resumes ranked highly. Although everyone hoped ordinary people could have more opportunities, such proportions always seemed somewhat unrealistic.
The officials then publicly disclosed the reasons at the earliest opportunity.
As soon as the reasons were announced, the internet erupted in an uproar.
The primary reason for the few individuals from research institutes and prestigious schools ranking high this time was due to the boycott of the Federal Scholars. Many research institutions and famous schools had openly decreed not to refer to it, which led to the current ranking...
With this news released, discussions online became heated, and soon netizens ironically dubbed the list as: the "Leftovers Ranking."
After the message spread, many research institutes were filled with complaints, and some had even begun to protest.