Scale Overview & Construct
9-item measure of the 'liberty/oppression' moral foundation, capturing economic/government liberty (6 items) and lifestyle liberty (3 items).
Purpose & Measurement Objectives
Instrument Specifications
Academic Citation & Instrument Provenance
When referencing this instrument in research, academic theses, or clinical institutional audits, please cite the original author publication:
Governance, Boundaries & Ethical Use
Imported from the OpenScales open item-bank project. This specific digital implementation has not been independently clinically validated by PsiQ — scores are for self-reflection, research, and educational purposes only.
License: CC BY 4.0. Citation: Iyer, R., Koleva, S., Graham, J., Ditto, P., & Haidt, J. (2012). Understanding libertarian morality: The psychological dispositions of self-identified libertarians. PLoS ONE, 7(8), e42366.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Moral Foundations Questionnaire — Liberty Scale?
9-item measure of the 'liberty/oppression' moral foundation, capturing economic/government liberty (6 items) and lifestyle liberty (3 items).
How long does the Moral Foundations Questionnaire — Liberty Scale take?
It takes about 4 minutes to answer all 9 questions. You can go at your own pace.
Is this test free, and is it available in Hindi?
Yes, it is free with a PsiQ account. The questions and answer options are available in English, Hindi and Hinglish.
Can this test diagnose a condition?
No. Online self-report scales are for self-reflection, education and research, not diagnosis. If you are worried about your mental health, please speak to a qualified mental-health professional.