The journal is dedicated to promoting a credible and ethical academic publishing environment. Its publishing policies are designed to ensure the integrity, transparency, and accountability of the scholarly communication process. These policies apply to all stakeholders and are guided by internationally recognised standards.

Publication Criteria

Manuscripts submitted to the journal must represent original research or scholarship that contributes significantly to the advancement of knowledge within the journal’s scope. Submissions should be well-structured, clearly written, and based on sound methodology and data. The journal accepts articles that have not been previously published or are not under consideration elsewhere.

Publication Frequency

The journal is published quarterly on a continuous basis. Articles are made available online as soon as they complete the peer review and editorial process, enabling rapid dissemination of research while maintaining periodic (quarterly) issues.

Originality and Plagiarism

Authors must ensure that their work is entirely original and that any use of others’ work is properly cited and referenced. Manuscripts with evidence of plagiarism, duplication, or significant overlap with previously published works will be rejected or retracted, depending on the stage of discovery.

Editorial and Peer Review Process

All manuscripts undergo a rigorous editorial evaluation followed by a double-blind peer review process to maintain objectivity and academic rigour. Editors assess submissions for relevance and quality before forwarding them to qualified reviewers. The review process is aimed at ensuring scholarly soundness, originality, and contribution to the field. Final publication decisions are made by the Editor-in-Chief or assigned editor based on reviewers’ recommendations.

Ethical Research and Reporting Standards

The journal upholds high ethical standards in research and reporting. Authors must confirm that studies involving human participants, animals, or sensitive data have received appropriate ethical approval and consent. All data presented must be accurate, and any manipulation or misrepresentation of findings is strictly prohibited.

Authorship and Acknowledgements

Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made substantial contributions to the research and manuscript preparation. All authors must approve the final version of the manuscript and agree to its submission. Contributors who do not meet the criteria for authorship should be acknowledged appropriately.

Data Sharing and Reproducibility

Authors are encouraged to make their data available to facilitate transparency and reproducibility. Where applicable, datasets, software, and other supplementary materials should be accessible via repositories or upon request. Statements regarding data availability are encouraged to be included in the manuscript.

Copyright and Licensing

The journal operates under an open-access publishing model using the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Authors retain the copyright of their work while granting the journal a non-exclusive license to publish. This enables unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

Archiving and Digital Preservation

To ensure long-term preservation of scholarly content, the journal archives its publications through established digital preservation systems such as LOCKSS, CLOCKSS, PKP Preservation Network (PN), and Crossref DOI registration. These systems guarantee accessibility and retrievability of published content even in the event of journal discontinuation.

Corrections, Retractions, and Editorial Notices

The journal is committed to maintaining the accuracy of the scholarly record. In cases of error, ethical concern, or data manipulation, the journal may issue corrections, retractions, or editorial expressions of concern. Such actions follow the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines.

Open Access and Accessibility

The journal supports open access to promote the free dissemination of scholarly knowledge. All published content is freely accessible online without subscription or registration barriers. Readers are not charged subscription fees, and can access, download, and share content without restriction.

Article Processing Charges (APCs)

To support open access publishing, the journal charges an Article Processing Charge (APC) upon acceptance of the manuscript. Waivers or discounts may be available for authors from low- and middle-income countries or under specific circumstances.

Appeals and Complaints Policy

Authors have the right to appeal editorial decisions by submitting a detailed explanation to the editorial office. Complaints regarding editorial conduct or peer review practices are taken seriously and handled confidentially, with outcomes communicated promptly.