PUBLICATION ETHICS

The International Journal of English, Literature, and Cultural Studies is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and integrity. As a trusted scholarly publication, we adhere to the following ethical principles to ensure the credibility, fairness, and transparency of our editorial process:

Authorship and Originality

  1. Authors must ensure that their submitted manuscripts represent original work that has not been published previously and is not under consideration for publication elsewhere.
  2. All individuals who have made significant contributions to the research and preparation of the manuscript should be listed as authors, and all authors should agree to the submission of the manuscript for publication.

Plagiarism and Attribution

  1. Plagiarism in any form is unacceptable and constitutes a serious violation of scholarly ethics. Authors must properly cite and attribute all sources used in their research, including ideas, data, and text from other publications.
  2. Authors should refrain from self-plagiarism by ensuring that their submitted manuscripts contain original content that significantly contributes to the scholarly literature.

Conflicts of Interest

  1. Authors, reviewers, and editors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the integrity or objectivity of the publication process.
  2. Conflicts of interest may include financial relationships, affiliations, or personal connections that could bias the research or decision-making process.

Peer Review Process

  1. Our journal follows a rigorous peer review process to evaluate the quality, validity, and significance of submitted manuscripts.
  2. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise in the relevant field and are expected to provide unbiased and constructive feedback to authors.
  3. Editors are responsible for ensuring the integrity and fairness of the peer review process and making editorial decisions based on the recommendations of reviewers.

Ethical Treatment of Subjects

  1. Authors conducting research involving human subjects or animals must adhere to ethical guidelines and obtain appropriate informed consent and approvals from institutional review boards or ethics committees.
  2. Authors should respect the dignity, privacy, and rights of research participants and ensure that their research complies with ethical standards and regulations.

Data Integrity and Transparency

  1. Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and transparency of the data presented in their manuscripts.
  2. Authors should provide sufficient detail and documentation to allow others to reproduce the results of their research and verify the validity of their findings.

Correction and Retraction

  1. In the event of errors, inaccuracies, or ethical concerns in published articles, the journal will consider issuing corrections, clarifications, or retractions as appropriate.
  2. Corrections and retractions will be issued in accordance with established editorial policies and guidelines, with transparency and accountability to the scholarly community.

By adhering to these ethical principles, we strive to maintain the integrity and credibility of our journal and promote responsible conduct in scholarly publishing. We are committed to fostering a culture of ethical awareness, transparency, and accountability among all stakeholders involved in the publication process.