Moral & Character Development
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In the context of Child Development and Pedagogy, which of the following is the most accurate and primary characteristic of the 'Universal Ethical Principle Orientation', which falls under the 'Post-Conventional Morality' stage of Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development?
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Understanding Kohlberg's Post-Conventional Morality
Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development culminates in the Post-Conventional Morality level, which includes the Universal Ethical Principle Orientation (Stage 6).
- Universal Principles: At this highest stage, individuals develop their own set of moral guidelines which may or may not fit the law.
- Internal Conscience: Morality is based on abstract reasoning, human rights, justice, and equality, transcending laws and societal expectations.
- Autonomous Decision Making: Actions are guided by individual conscience, often putting human welfare above institutional rules.
Therefore, option C precisely defines this stage.
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