Following are the stages of Kohlberg's theory except

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The correct option is 3:

The correct option is 3: Sensori Motor.
This is the correct answer because the Sensori Motor stage is a key concept from Jean Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development, not Lawrence Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development. Piaget's Sensori Motor stage describes the period from birth to approximately two years of age, where infants learn about the world primarily through their senses and motor actions. Kohlberg's theory is concerned with how individuals reason about moral dilemmas, which he structured into three distinct levels, each containing two stages.

The incorrect option is 1: Conventional.
The Conventional level is one of the three core levels in Kohlberg's theory of moral development. At this level, individuals typically follow societal norms, rules, and laws to maintain social order and be seen as a "good person." It contains two stages: Stage 3 (Good Interpersonal Relationships) and Stage 4 (Maintaining Social Order).

The incorrect option is 2: Pre-conventional.
The Pre-conventional level is the earliest level of moral reasoning in Kohlberg's theory, typically found in young children. Moral decisions at this level are primarily driven by the consequences of actions, such as avoiding punishment or gaining personal reward. It includes Stage 1 (Obedience and Punishment Orientation) and Stage 2 (Individualism and Exchange).

The incorrect option is 4: Post-conventional.
The Post-conventional level is the most advanced level of moral reasoning according to Kohlberg. Individuals at this level understand that rules and laws are important but can be separated from universal ethical principles and human rights. It includes Stage 5 (Social Contract and Individual Rights) and Stage 6 (Universal Ethical Principles).