The Research Journal of Social Sciences and Policy Review (RJSSPR), published by Research Journals Online (SMC-Private) Limited, is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic excellence, ethical integrity, and transparency. These editorial guidelines provide a structured framework for authors, reviewers, and editors to ensure that all manuscripts are handled fairly, efficiently, and professionally throughout the publication process.
Scope and Relevance
Manuscripts must be original and align with the journal’s aims and scope, including social sciences, public policy, governance, and interdisciplinary research. Authors are advised to review the Aims & Scope before submission.
Plagiarism Screening
All submissions are subjected to plagiarism detection using standard tools (e.g., Turnitin). RJSSPR enforces a maximum similarity threshold of 19%. Manuscripts exceeding this limit may be rejected or returned prior to peer review.
Manuscript Requirements
Submissions must adhere to the Author Guidelines and include:
Licensing Terms
All accepted manuscripts are published under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) license, allowing sharing with proper attribution but restricting commercial use and modifications.
Double-Blind Review
RJSSPR follows a double-blind peer review process where both authors and reviewers remain anonymous. Each manuscript is evaluated by at least two independent reviewers.
Reviewer Selection and Ethics
Reviewers are selected based on subject expertise and must declare any conflicts of interest. All materials are treated as confidential.
Timeliness
Reviewers are expected to complete reviews within 2–4 weeks, and the editorial team ensures timely communication throughout the process.
Decision Outcomes
Authors receive a formal decision along with constructive reviewer feedback.
Revisions and Resubmission
Authors must address reviewer comments and submit revised manuscripts within the specified deadline, along with a detailed response to feedback.
Appeals
Authors may submit a formal appeal against editorial decisions. Appeals are reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief and, if necessary, additional independent reviewers.
Authorship Criteria
All listed authors must have made substantial contributions to the research. The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all co-authors approve the submission.
Conflict of Interest
Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any financial, professional, or personal conflicts of interest.
Research Ethics
Studies involving human participants, surveys, or institutional data must include statements of ethical approval and informed consent where applicable.
Corrections and Retractions
RJSSPR may issue:
All corrections are clearly indicated and linked to the original article.
Digital Archiving
All published articles are securely archived to ensure long-term accessibility and citation continuity.
Selection Criteria
Editorial board members are selected based on academic expertise, research experience, and commitment to ethical publishing.
Duties
Rotation and Renewal
The editorial board is periodically updated to ensure diversity, innovation, and relevance.
Author Support
The editorial office provides assistance regarding submissions, manuscript status, revisions, and publication timelines.
Professional Conduct
All communication between authors, reviewers, and editors must remain respectful, professional, and timely, fostering a positive academic environment.
By adhering to these editorial guidelines, RJSSPR ensures the publication of high-quality, ethical, and impactful research that contributes to the advancement of social sciences and policy studies.
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