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The United States federal civil service has been used as the comparator for the United Nations from its earliest days since it was determined that it best meets the requirements of the Noblemaire principle. Periodic studies are conducted to ensure that the Member state best meets the requirements of the Noblemaire principle is the comparator of the United Nations.