Postconventional level refers to the third level of reasoning in Kohlberg’s theory, in which morality is based on a personal moral code. According to Kohlberg, Postconventional level is a period during which moral judgments are derived from moral principles and people look to themselves to set moral standards. Please see also article on Post-conventional level.

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