on its merits

Prepositional phrase

idiomatic

(idiomatic) Considering only intrinsic good points and bad points, without prejudice or other considerations, such as procedural ones.

Japanese Meaning

そのもの固有の価値のみを考慮して評価すること。すなわち、外部の要因や先入観、手続きなどを排除して対象本来の良し悪しや特性に基づいて判断すること。

We should evaluate the proposal on its merits, without being swayed by the organization's reputation.

組織の評判に左右されず、提案はその内容自体の長所と短所だけで判断するべきだ。

Sense（1）

(idiomatic) Considering only intrinsic good points and bad points, without prejudice or other considerations, such as procedural ones.

The proposal should be discussed on its merits.