Moral & Character Development
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Under Lawrence Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development, which of the following is the most distinctive and philosophical characteristic of the final stage of the 'Post-Conventional Morality' level, known as 'Universal Ethical Principle Orientation'?
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Understanding Kohlberg's Universal Ethical Principle Orientation
According to Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development, the sixth and final stage under the Post-Conventional Level is called Universal Ethical Principle Orientation.
- Self-Chosen Principles: At this stage, individuals are not bound by external rules or social contracts; instead, their moral decisions are based on abstract, self-chosen universal principles such as justice, human rights, and equality.
- Transcending Laws: If a social law contradicts human values or justice, an individual at this level possesses the moral courage to violate that law.
Thus, option (b) accurately reflects the core philosophical characteristic of this stage.
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