Add this post from fillippone also in the list. It has guidelines on how to get merits on the forum and it's a must read for users who are aspirant of getting merits and moving to higher ranks.
Thank you, I had bookmarked it but forgot to add it. I have added this post there, please take a look. These links have helped us rank a lot. Although we have not yet reached a good position, we are still learning a lot about the forum from these days. Along with learning, Am keeping notes in order so that next time, if any new member can be helped, he may be able to move forward nicely with help. 