Abstract: Inclusiveness based on the continuity of Chinese civilization has the function of gathering diversity,building consensus,consolidating foundation and helping the continuity. “Advocacy of harmony” is the basic connotation of inclusiveness in Chinese civilization and “harmony in diversity” is the historical orientation of inclusiveness in Chinese civilization. The inclusiveness of Chinese civilization comes from the practice of all ethnic groups in China,and also from the summary of the practice achievements of all ethnic groups in China. The inclusiveness of Chinese civilization is constrained by the main body of civilization,but it also promotes the main body of civilization to keep pace with the times,thus creating a higher civilization that adapts to the development of the times.

Key words: inclusiveness, advocacy of harmony, harmony in diversity