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Which idea is part of the philosophical tradition of Confucianism?

Virtuous behavior is necessary for a good society.
People need strict rules to show them how to act.
Punishments, rather than rewards, shape human behavior.
The government should decide how people live their lives.

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"Virtuous behavior is necessary for a good society."

Confucianism teaches moral cultivation (ren), filial piety, and that rulers and people should lead by virtue and example rather than by harsh laws or punishments.