Publication Ethics

BISMAKU only accepts original research articles and theoretical studies that have not been previously published and are not under consideration for publication in other journals. Arjwa is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards at all stages of the publication process. These standards are guided by the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

To ensure academic integrity, the editorial office may use plagiarism detection software, such as Turnitin, to assess the similarity of submitted manuscripts with existing literature.

Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

• Evaluating manuscripts based on academic merit, originality, and relevance.
• Guiding reviewers and authors throughout the editorial process.
• Maintaining confidentiality of reviewers and submitted manuscripts.
• Ensuring fairness and non-discrimination in editorial decisions.
• Establishing clear editorial guidelines for the editorial board.
• Avoiding conflicts of interest among all stakeholders.

Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

• Ensuring originality and absence of plagiarism or copyright violations.
• Confirming the manuscript is not under review elsewhere.
• Accurately identifying all contributors as authors.
• Ensuring all authors approve the manuscript submission.
• Notifying the Editor of any significant errors in published articles.

Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

• Reviewing manuscripts objectively and independently.
• Providing constructive and scholarly feedback.
• Reporting suspected plagiarism or ethical issues to the Editor.
• Maintaining confidentiality and avoiding conflicts of interest.
• Adhering to BISMAKU's reviewer guidelines.