Character Strengths Rating Form (CSRF)
In the following you find the English versions of the Character Strengths Rating Form (Ruch et al., 2014) for the assessment of the 24
character strengths along with the instructions on how to fill in and score the questionnaire. In addition, norms and inter-
correlations between the items of the CSRF and the VIA-IS scales are provided.
The Character Strengths Rating Form contains 24-items-questionnaire for the assessment of the 24 character strengths. All items
using a 9-point Likert-style scale ranging from 1 (“very much unlike me”) through 9 (“very much like me”).
Questionnaire: (start Translation from here)
Sr. Character Strengths Translation into Urdu
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Instructions. The following 24 statements reflect characteristics that many
people would find desirable, but we want you to answer only in terms of
whether the statement describes what you are like. Please be honest and
accurate! Please do not describe yourself as someone you aspire to be but as
you actually are.
Please use the following rating scheme:
1 = very much unlike me,
2 = rather unlike me,
3 = somewhat unlike me,
4 = slightly unlike me,
5 = neither nor,
6 = slightly like me,
7 = somewhat like me,
8 = rather like me,
9 = very much like me
1. Creativity (originality, ingenuity): Creative people have a highly developed
thinking about novel and productive ways to solve problems and often have
creative and original ideas. They do not content themselves with conventional
solutions if there are better solutions.
2. Curiosity (interest, novelty-seeking, openness to experience): Curious people
take an interest in all ongoing experience in daily life for its own sake and they
are very interested in and fascinated by various topics and subjects. They like to
explore and discover the world, they are seldom bored, and it’s easy for them to
keep themselves busy.
3. Judgment & Open-Mindedness (critical thinking): People with a highly
developed judgment think things through, like to question thoughts and beliefs,
and examine them from all sides. They do not jump to conclusions and build on
facts while making decisions. They are able to change their mind in light of
evidence.
4. Love of Learning: Curious people and those who are willing to learn like to
master new skills, topics, and bodies of knowledge and are excited about
learning. They add new skills and abilities or expand existing knowledge.
5. Perspective (wisdom): People with this strength are considered as being wise
and are asked for advice by others. They see the big picture and a mature view
on life.
6. Bravery (valor): Brave and courageous people do not shrink from threat,
challenge, difficulty or pain. They speak up for their opinions and convictions
even if there is opposition.
7. Perseverance (persistence, industriousness): Persistent and industrious people
finish what they start, even in spite of obstacles. They do not allow themselves
to be distracted by inner or outer factors and take pleasure in completing tasks.
8. Honesty (authenticity, integrity): Honest people speak the truth but more
broadly and present themselves in a genuine way and act in a sincere way. They
have both feet planted firmly on the ground and are without pretense.
9. Zest (vitality, enthusiasm, vigor, energy): Zestful people pursue their goals with
a lot of energy and enthusiasm. They do not do things halfway or halfheartedly,
they love what they do and look forward to every new day. They live life as an
adventure.
10. Capacity to Love and Be Loved: People with a highly developed capacity to love
and a secure attachment value close relations with others, in particular those in
which sharing and caring are reciprocated.
11. Kindness (generosity, nurturance, care, compassion, altruistic love,
"niceness"): Kind and generous people like doing favors and good deeds for
others. They appreciate being generous and nice to others.
12. Social Intelligence (emotional intelligence, personal intelligence): Socially
competent people are aware of the motives and feelings of other people as well
as themselves and they know what to do to fit into different social situations.
13. Teamwork (citizenship, social responsibility, loyalty): People with highly
developed teamwork skills work well as a member of a group or team. They are
loyal to the group and consider being a team member as a central factor.
14. Fairness: Treating all people the same according to notions of fairness and
justice is a central principle of fair people. They do not let personal feelings bias
decisions about others and give everyone a fair chance.
15. Leadership: People with highly developed leadership encourage a group (of
which one is a member) to get things done, while at the same time maintaining
good relations within the group and treating everyone equally. They are able to
organize group activities and see that they happen.
16. Forgiveness & Mercy: People with this strength have an easier time forgiving
those who have done wrong. They give people a second chance. Being merciful
and not being vengeful is their principle.
17. Modesty & Humility: Modest people do not seek the spotlight and do not
regard themselves as more special than they are. They let their
accomplishments speak for themselves. Others would describe them as modest
and humble.
18. Prudence: Prudent people think carefully about the consequences of their
choices before acting. They do not say or do things that might later be
regretted.
19. Self-Regulation (self-control): People with a highly developed self-regulation
are able to regulate what they feel and do. They are able to control different
areas of life (appetite, emotions etc.) and are very disciplined.
20. Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence (awe, wonder, elevation): People with
this strength notice and appreciate things. They are highly interested in beauty,
excellence, and/or skilled performance in various domains of life (from nature
to art to mathematics to science to everyday experience).
21. Gratitude: Grateful people are aware of and thankful for the good things that
happen to them. Others describe them as being grateful, because they always
take time to express thanks.
22. Hope (optimism, future-mindedness, future orientation): Optimistic people
expect the best in the future; they believe that a good future is something that
can be brought about. They hope for the best and work to achieve their goals.
23. Humor (playfulness): People with this strength like to laugh, tease and bring
smiles to other people. They try to see the light side in various situations.
24. Religiousness & Spirituality (faith, purpose): Religious or spiritual people have
coherent beliefs about the higher purpose and meaning of the universe. Their
religious beliefs about the meaning of life shape their conduct and provide
comfort and strength.
