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Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission meets this standard, please follow the checklist below to prepare your submission.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.

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Collection of Personal Information

The Journal of Indian Knowledge Studies (JIKS) collects personal information such as names, institutional affiliations, email addresses, and other relevant details solely for the purpose of manuscript submission, peer review, editorial communication, and publication processes.

Confidentiality and Data Protection

Journal of Indian Knowledge Studies (JIKS) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. All personal information provided to the journal is handled with appropriate security measures and is used only for legitimate publishing and administrative purposes.

Use of Information

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Non-Disclosure of Information

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Confidentiality of Peer Review

All manuscripts and peer-review communications are treated as confidential documents. Reviewer identities and evaluation reports are managed according to the journal’s peer-review policies to ensure the integrity of the review process.

Data Retention and Security

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Commitment to Privacy

By submitting manuscripts or engaging with the journal, users acknowledge and agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Statement. Journal of Indian Knowledge Studies (JIKS) remains committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy, confidentiality, and ethical publishing practices.