Publication Ethics

Publication Ethics for the Journal of Urdu Literature and Indigenous Languages

Introduction

The Journal of Urdu Literature and Indigenous Languages is committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct in all aspects of publication. This document outlines the ethical principles that authors, reviewers, and editors must adhere to in order to ensure the integrity and quality of the journal's content.

Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Originality

Authors must submit only original work that has not been published elsewhere or is under consideration for publication by another journal. Any instances of plagiarism or self-plagiarism will be considered a serious breach of ethical conduct and may result in the rejection of the manuscript or retraction of the published article.

Authorship

Authors must accurately represent their contributions to the work and ensure that all authors are listed and have agreed to the submission of the manuscript. Any changes to the authorship list must be approved by all co-authors before submission or publication.

Data Integrity

Authors must ensure the accuracy and completeness of the data presented in their manuscript. Any instances of data fabrication, falsification, or selective reporting will be considered a serious breach of ethical conduct and may result in the rejection of the manuscript or retraction of the published article.

Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest

Authors must disclose all relevant financial and non-financial conflicts of interest that could influence the interpretation of their findings. This includes any funding sources, employment affiliations, or personal relationships that could be perceived as biasing the research.

Copyright

Authors must transfer copyright for their published articles to the Journal of Urdu Literature and Indigenous Languages. They must also obtain permission to reproduce any copyrighted material that is included in their manuscript.

Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

Objectivity and Fairness

Reviewers must conduct their evaluations objectively and fairly, without prejudice or bias. They must focus on the merits of the manuscript and avoid personal criticism of the authors.

Confidentiality

Reviewers must treat all manuscripts received for review as confidential documents. They must not disclose the contents of the manuscript to anyone except as authorized by the editor.

Timeliness

Reviewers must provide timely and constructive feedback to the editor. They should acknowledge receipt of the manuscript promptly and submit their reviews within the specified deadline.

Expertise

Reviewers should only agree to review manuscripts in areas where they have relevant expertise. They should decline to review manuscripts if they feel unqualified or if they have a conflict of interest.

Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

Editorial Decisions

Editors must make fair and impartial decisions regarding the acceptance or rejection of manuscripts. They must consider the recommendations of reviewers, but they should also exercise their own judgment based on the quality and originality of the work.

Confidentiality

Editors must maintain the confidentiality of all manuscripts submitted for review. They must not disclose the identities of reviewers or the contents of manuscripts to anyone except as authorized by the journal's policies.

Fairness and Impartiality

Editors must avoid conflicts of interest and must not use their position to promote their own interests or those of others. They must treat all authors equally and fairly, regardless of their background or affiliation.

Handling Misconduct

Editors must take appropriate action in cases of suspected misconduct, such as plagiarism, fabrication, or falsification of data. They should follow the journal's policies for investigating and addressing allegations of misconduct.

Conclusion

The Journal of Urdu Literature and Indigenous Languages is committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct in all aspects of publication. We expect all authors, reviewers, and editors to adhere to the principles outlined in this document in order to ensure the integrity and quality of the journal's content.