Moral reasoning focused on fairness, rights, and impartial application of ethical principles, contrasting with care-based morality emphasizing relationships and responsibilities.
Example: Moral decisions based on universal principles of fairness and individual rights rather than on considerations of caring for specific people and maintaining relationships.
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