Moral & Character Development
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According to Lawrence Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development, which of the following is the most accurate philosophical and psychological characteristic of the second stage of the 'Conventional Morality' level, known as the 'Authority and Social Order-Maintaining Orientation'?
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Understanding Kohlberg's Stage 4
According to Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development, the level of Conventional Morality is typically observed in children aged 10 to 13 years. In the fourth stage (Stage 4) of this level, the individual emphasizes Authority and Social Order-Maintaining Orientation.
- Social Duty: At this stage, individuals understand that maintaining a smoothly functioning society requires respecting laws, rules, and authority.
- Civic Responsibility: Fulfilling one's social duties faithfully is seen as the primary obligation of every citizen to prevent a breakdown of social order.
Therefore, option (b) is the correct characterization of this stage.
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