{"id":14528,"date":"2025-07-22T07:07:46","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T06:07:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/icertpublication.com\/?page_id=14528"},"modified":"2025-07-22T07:15:01","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T06:15:01","slug":"editorial-standards","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/icertpublication.com\/index.php\/shodh-sari-2\/editorial-standards\/","title":{"rendered":"Editorial standards"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"14528\" class=\"elementor elementor-14528\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ed30734 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"ed30734\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-78fdc37\" data-id=\"78fdc37\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-a467729\" data-id=\"a467729\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0ee5678 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0ee5678\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Editorial standards\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c0c98e2 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c0c98e2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shodh Sari International Multidisciplinary Journal is a distinguished peer-reviewed publication dedicated to fostering and disseminating high-quality original research across a vast spectrum of academic disciplines. Committed to upholding the highest standards of scholarly publishing, the journal employs a rigorous double-blind peer-review process and comprehensive plagiarism checks to ensure the originality, validity, and significance of every accepted manuscript. Our aim is to provide a vibrant platform for researchers, academics, and practitioners worldwide to share innovative ideas, empirical findings, and theoretical insights, thereby contributing to the advancement of knowledge and fostering interdisciplinary dialogue. We are proud to present diverse scholarly work that enriches global understanding and encourages further inquiry in an ever-evolving academic landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Each submission undergoes:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initial Editorial Assessment: To ensure alignment with the journal&#8217;s scope and basic quality checks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comprehensive Plagiarism Detection: Every manuscript is meticulously screened using advanced plagiarism software to guarantee originality and academic integrity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rigorous Double-Blind Peer Review: All papers that pass the initial checks are then subjected to a rigorous double-blind peer-review process by at least two independent experts in the relevant field. This ensures unbiased evaluation of the research methodology, findings, significance, and clarity.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Acceptance Rate<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shodh Sari International Multidisciplinary Journal is dedicated to publishing high-quality, original research that significantly contributes to various fields. Our rigorous editorial process ensures that every accepted manuscript meets stringent academic standards. For the calendar year 2024, our journal maintained an acceptance rate of 38%. This figure reflects our commitment to selectivity and the thoroughness of our review procedures, which include initial editorial assessment, comprehensive plagiarism detection, and rigorous double-blind peer review by independent experts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Publishing Timeline<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We understand the importance of timely dissemination of research findings. Shodh Sari International Multidisciplinary Journal is committed to an efficient editorial and production process. The typical publishing timeline from initial manuscript submission to final publication ranges from 4 weeks to 20 weeks. This duration can vary depending on factors such as the complexity of the peer-review process, the extent of author revisions required, and the scheduling of issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>AI Generated Content Policy<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In line with evolving academic practices, Shodh Sari International Multidisciplinary Journal maintains a clear policy regarding AI-generated content. While we acknowledge the transformative potential of artificial intelligence and its tools in research and writing, authors are required to disclose the use of any AI tools in the generation of any part of their manuscript (including text, code, figures, or data analysis) during the submission process. It is imperative that AI tools are not listed as authors. The ultimate responsibility for the integrity, originality, accuracy, and ethical implications of the content presented in the manuscript lies solely with the human authors. Our policy aims to promote transparency, maintain academic integrity, and ensure the quality of published research.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b> AI as an Author is Prohibited:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> AI tools, Large Language Models (LLMs), chatbots, or any other AI-assisted technologies do not qualify for authorship of a manuscript. Authorship implies responsibility, accountability, and the ability to consent to publication, approve the final version, and investigate questions related to accuracy or integrity \u2013 responsibilities that can only be attributed to and performed by humans. AI tools cannot be listed as authors or co-authors in the manuscript, nor can they be cited as authors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b> Disclosure of AI Tool Use: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Authors must be transparent about the use of AI tools in the preparation of their manuscript. Disclosure is required for any AI tool used to generate, modify, or analyze content, including but not limited to:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generating text (e.g., introductions, literature reviews, discussions, abstracts)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generating or altering figures, images, or graphical elements (exceptions might apply if the manuscript is specifically about AI image generation, in which case it must be clearly labeled and discussed)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Translating text<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Analyzing data<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generating code<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summarizing existing literature<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>How to Disclose:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the Methods Section: For AI tools used in research design, data collection, analysis, or interpretation (e.g., specific algorithms, software). Please provide details on the tool name, version, and how it was used.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the Acknowledgements Section: For AI tools used in the writing process to improve language, grammar, clarity, or style (e.g., grammar checkers, rephrasing tools). State the name of the tool(s) and their specific application.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Statement upon Submission: Authors will be asked to confirm their adherence to this policy and disclose any AI tool usage during the submission process.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><b> Human Oversight and Responsibility<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Authors are solely responsible and accountable for the entire content of their submitted manuscript, including any portion produced or assisted by AI tools. This includes:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accuracy: Ensuring the factual accuracy of all AI-generated or AI-assisted content. AI tools can &#8220;hallucinate&#8221; or produce incorrect, biased, or misleading information.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Originality and Plagiarism: Verifying that AI-generated text is free from plagiarism and appropriately cited where necessary. Authors must ensure that the work is original and does not infringe on third-party rights.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ethical Considerations: Being aware of potential biases in AI outputs and taking steps to mitigate stereotypes or misinformation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intellectual Property and Confidentiality: Authors should exercise caution when inputting sensitive, confidential, or unpublished information into AI tools, as the privacy policies of these tools vary and may result in the loss of confidentiality or intellectual property rights.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><b> Prohibited Use of AI:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Falsification or Fabrication: AI tools must NOT be used to fabricate or misrepresent research data, results, or findings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generating Core Arguments\/Conclusions: AI should not be used to autonomously generate the core arguments, hypotheses, interpretations, or conclusions of the study. These must be the intellectual contribution of the human authors.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><b> For Reviewers and Editors:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confidentiality: Reviewers and editors must not upload submitted manuscripts or any parts thereof into generative AI tools, as this could breach the confidentiality of the authors&#8217; work and potentially expose sensitive information.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Independent Judgment: AI tools should not be used by reviewers or editors to generate substantive parts of their reviews or editorial decisions. All evaluations and decisions must be based on human expert judgment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This policy will be regularly reviewed and updated to adapt to the rapid advancements in AI technology and evolving best practices in scholarly communication. 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