Question

According to Kohlberg’s theory of Moral development, at which level individuals judge morality in terms of abstract principles?

• A. Pre-conventional
• B. Post-conventional
• C. Conventional
• D. Transcendental

Hint:

At the post-conventional stage, individuals use abstract principles to determine right and wrong, beyond societal rules.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding Kohlberg’s theory.
Kohlberg's theory of moral development consists of three levels: pre-conventional, conventional, and post-conventional. At the post-conventional level, individuals move beyond societal norms to evaluate morality based on abstract ethical principles.

Step 2: Analyzing the options.
- (A) Incorrect, at the pre-conventional level, moral decisions are based on personal consequences (e.g., punishment or reward).
- (B) Correct, at the post-conventional level, individuals make moral decisions based on abstract principles like justice, rights, and equality.
- (C) Incorrect, at the conventional level, moral decisions are made based on social norms and the expectations of others.
- (D) Incorrect, transcendental is not a stage in Kohlberg's theory of moral development.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the correct answer is (B) Post-conventional.