Publication Ethics

Responsibilities of Authors

• Originality and Plagiarism: Authors must submit original work. Any use of previously published material must be properly cited or quoted. All manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection tools.
• Data Integrity: Authors must present accurate and verifiable data. Fabrication or falsification is strictly prohibited.
• Multiple or Concurrent Submissions: Manuscripts must not be submitted to more than one journal at the same time.
• Authorship: Only individuals with significant contribution should be listed as authors. All authors must approve the final manuscript.
• Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial or personal conflicts that may influence research.
• Acknowledgment of Sources: Proper citation of all sources is mandatory.

Responsibilities of Reviewers

• Confidentiality: Manuscripts must be treated as confidential documents.
• Objectivity: Reviews should be fair, unbiased, and constructive.
• Acknowledgment of Sources: Reviewers should identify uncited relevant work and possible plagiarism.
• Conflict of Interest: Reviewers must decline review if conflicts exist.

Responsibilities of Editors

• Publication Decisions: Editors decide acceptance based on merit, originality, and relevance.
• Fair Evaluation: No discrimination based on personal or social factors.
• Confidentiality: Manuscripts must remain confidential.
• Conflict of Interest: Editors must avoid using unpublished work for personal benefit.
• Addressing Misconduct: Ethical issues are handled as per COPE guidelines, including correction or retraction if required.

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

By adhering to these principles, the journal remains committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity, ethical publishing practices, and scholarly excellence.