GUIDELINES FOR AUTHORS

International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (IJHSS) welcomes the submission of original, high-quality, and unpublished research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge in the fields of humanities, social sciences, education, and related interdisciplinary areas. Authors are requested to carefully follow the guidelines below to ensure a smooth review and publication process.

1. Scope of the Journal

International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (IJHSS) publishes original research articles, review papers, case studies, conceptual papers, short communications, and book reviews in the fields of Humanities, Social Sciences, Education, Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Economics, Commerce, Management, Public Administration, Law, and other allied disciplines.

2. Originality and Ethical Standards

Submitted manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and must not be under consideration by any other journal or publisher. Authors are responsible for ensuring the authenticity of their work and must comply with internationally accepted standards of research and publication ethics.

3. Manuscript Preparation

Authors should prepare their manuscripts in clear, concise, and grammatically correct English. The manuscript should generally include the following sections:

  • Title of the Manuscript
  • Author(s) Name and Affiliation
  • Abstract (150–250 words)
  • Keywords (4–6)
  • Introduction
  • Literature Review (where applicable)
  • Research Methodology
  • Results and Discussion
  • Conclusion
  • Acknowledgements (if applicable)
  • References

4. Formatting Requirements

Authors are requested to ensure that manuscripts are professionally formatted before submission.

  • File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Font Size: 12 pt
  • Line Spacing: 1.5
  • Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
  • Page Numbers: Bottom Center
  • References: Follow the journal's prescribed citation style (APA Latest Edition unless otherwise specified).

5. Abstract and Keywords

Each manuscript must include a structured abstract summarizing the objectives, methodology, key findings, and conclusions of the study. Authors should also provide 4–6 relevant keywords to facilitate indexing and discoverability.

6. References and Citations

All sources cited in the manuscript must be accurately referenced. Authors are responsible for ensuring the completeness and accuracy of all citations. References should be formatted consistently according to the journal's prescribed citation style.

7. Peer Review Process

Every manuscript undergoes an independent double-blind peer review conducted by subject experts. Publication decisions are based on originality, scientific quality, relevance, clarity, methodological rigor, and reviewers' recommendations.

8. Submission Process

Authors should submit their manuscripts through the journal's official online submission system or via the designated editorial email, following all submission instructions provided on the journal website.

9. Editorial Decision

The Editorial Board reserves the right to accept, reject, or request revisions for any submitted manuscript based on reviewers' comments, editorial evaluation, and compliance with the journal's policies and ethical standards.

10. Author Declaration

By submitting a manuscript to International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (IJHSS), authors confirm that:

  • The manuscript is original and unpublished.
  • The work is not under review by any other journal.
  • All authors have read and approved the final version of the manuscript.
  • The research complies with accepted ethical standards.
  • All references and sources have been appropriately cited.

International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (IJHSS) is committed to promoting academic excellence, research integrity, and high-quality scholarly publishing. Authors are encouraged to follow these guidelines carefully to facilitate a fair, transparent, and efficient review and publication process.