Nepotism - Difference Between Nepotism and Cronyism

Difference Between Nepotism and Cronyism

Nepotism differs from cronyism primarily as nepotism refers to partiality to family whereas cronyism refers to partiality to friends or acquaintances. Forced cronyism may be due to political promises whereas nepotism under due recess is generally due to social pressure.

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