Habermas communicative rationality theory advocates for the reformulation of the conception of reason from an individualistic perspective to reasoning formulated with an inter-subjective communication process. According to the theory, the principle of logic and science in defining knowledge can be replaced by reasoning by a given people. In this case, knowledge and principles of action are constituted by the community. While the theory has been considered less effective in situations where there are inequalities in reference to gender, race and culture, reasoning is a legitimate principle for promoting interactions and effective decision-making.

Embracing a communicative rationality approach promises the attainment of mutual understanding amongst the players. Discussions, debates and arguments are considered significant in situation where collective reasoning is required in the planning process. A reasoning capacity involving the community is desired in such a case. It is not enough to just focus on pure logic and individualistic perspective when dealing with matters of collective concern. Communicative rationality is desired to not just promote cohesion amongst the group but to offer a suitable agreement on how to manage collective issues.

The assertions of the communicative rationality have been criticized by some scholars who argued that the theory is not suitable in the contemporary societies that are marred with cleavages. However, it is observed that the desired by the people to work together and make sense out of their work in the current society justifies the relevance of communicative rationality. The purpose of the individuals in many societies is to work towards certain goal, as opposed to focus on the challenges and their differences. Upholding the principles of communicative rationality is thus important in the contemporary societies.