Question

In stage 5 of Kohlberg's model, ethical reasoning is motivated by: Group of answer choices Acting in the best interests of others Acting based on universal principles Upholding the rights, values, and legal contracts of society following the law?

Answer 1

Upholding the rights, values, and legal contracts of society following the law.

Step-by-step explanation:

In his theory of moral development, Lawrence Kohlberg has given three stages that consist of six sub-stages.

In the third stage of his theory that is the post-conventional stage, the fifth sub-stage falls and named the Social contract orientation.

The fifth sub-stage describes the world's view of holding different rights, values, and opinions. It states that the unique perspective of different persons or communities should be equally valued and respected. The laws of the country are considered a social construct instead of rigid edicts.