Explanation: Kohlberg's theory in the aspect of moral development is based on the notion that being just is an essential tool in moral judgment. More importantly kohlberg believes that justice hinges on what is 'right'. 'Right' has to do with ideals, values and principles. Therefore what is right according to kohlberg should be universally accepted across all cultures or society without being defined relatively or being circumstantial.
In the scenario above, According to Kohlberg's theory one shouldn't steal food even in the face of starvation. Stealing is stealing, either the person is starving or not. There should be no justification for executing a bad deed.
Liza is asked whether a person should steal food if they are starving. Liza says no, the person should ask for help and someone would offer food. Liza's answer is BEST explained by kohlberg.
Lawrence Kohlberg is a psychologist best known for his theory of stages of moral development, he expanded on the earlier work of Jean Piaget( cognitive theorist) to explain the moral development of children in which he believe follows series of stage. He defines these stage as pre-conventional, conventional and post-conventional, each of these levels are divided into two stages for a total of six stage.Lawrence Kohlberg moral development plays an important part in the socialization process, it helps us to learn the way people in a society are considered to be good or bad which is important for functioning society.
Liza says no because she believe in moral of not stealing, so the person should ask for help when they are starving and someone would offer food.
