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Plagiarism Policy

The International Journal for Public Policy, Law and Development (IJPLD) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and originality. To uphold these standards, IJPLD implements a strict Plagiarism Policy that involves comprehensive screening of all submitted manuscripts. This policy is designed to prevent and address instances of plagiarism, ensuring that all published research is original and appropriately attributed.

Plagiarism Screening:

  • Detection Software: All manuscripts submitted to IJPLD are screened using advanced plagiarism detection software. This process identifies similarities between the submitted work and existing literature to detect potential instances of plagiarism.

  • Scope of Screening: The plagiarism detection software checks for various forms of plagiarism, including but not limited to, direct copying of text, paraphrasing without proper attribution, and the use of unpublished or proprietary content without permission.

Definition and Types of Plagiarism:

  • Direct Plagiarism: Copying text verbatim from another source without proper citation or quotation marks.

  • Self-Plagiarism: Reusing substantial parts of previously published work without appropriate acknowledgment or permission, including re-submitting previously published data or text.

  • Mosaic Plagiarism: Integrating phrases or ideas from other sources into the manuscript without proper citation, which can mislead readers about the originality of the work.

  • Accidental Plagiarism: Unintentionally failing to cite sources correctly, which still constitutes a breach of academic integrity.

Consequences of Plagiarism:

  • Manuscript Rejection: Manuscripts identified as containing significant plagiarism will be rejected outright. This decision is made to preserve the integrity of the journal and uphold the standards of original research.

  • Author Sanctions: Authors involved in significant plagiarism may face additional sanctions, including being banned from submitting future manuscripts to IJPLD. This measure is intended to deter dishonest practices and protect the academic community’s reputation.

Author Responsibilities:

  • Ensuring Originality: Authors are responsible for ensuring the originality of their work and must take all necessary steps to avoid plagiarism. This includes conducting proper literature reviews and creating new content rather than copying or reusing existing material.

  • Proper Attribution: Authors must accurately cite all sources and references used in their manuscript. This includes providing clear and complete references for all quoted, paraphrased, or otherwise utilized content from other works.

  • Acknowledgment of Sources: Authors should acknowledge contributions from other researchers and sources, including data, ideas, and text, in a manner that reflects the contributions accurately and transparently.

Review and Appeals Process:

  • Initial Review: During the manuscript review process, any identified issues of potential plagiarism are addressed by the editorial team. Authors are informed of their concerns and may be asked to provide clarifications or revisions.

  • Appeals: Authors who believe their work has been unfairly categorized as containing plagiarism may submit an appeal. The appeal will be reviewed by the editorial team, and decisions will be made based on the evidence provided and the journal’s policies.

Education and Awareness:

  • Author Guidance: IJPLD provides guidance to authors on best practices for avoiding plagiarism and ensuring proper citation. Educational resources and recommendations are available to support authors in maintaining academic integrity.

  • Ongoing Training: The journal’s editorial staff undergoes regular training on plagiarism detection and prevention to stay updated on the latest tools and techniques for maintaining research integrity.

IJPLD’s Plagiarism Policy emphasizes the journal’s commitment to preserving the originality and integrity of academic research. By implementing rigorous plagiarism detection measures and enforcing strict consequences for violations, the journal ensures that all published work adheres to the highest standards of academic honesty. Authors are expected to uphold these standards by ensuring the originality of their submissions and providing proper attribution for all sources used.