REVIEWER POLICY

International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (IJHSS) follows a transparent and rigorous peer-review process to ensure the quality, originality, and academic integrity of published research articles. Reviewers play a crucial role in maintaining the scholarly standards of the journal by providing fair, unbiased, and constructive evaluations of submitted manuscripts.

1. Role and Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers are responsible for evaluating manuscripts based on originality, research quality, methodology, relevance, and contribution to the field of humanities and social sciences. They should provide objective and constructive feedback to help authors improve their work.

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Assess manuscripts fairly and without personal bias.
  • Evaluate the originality, significance, methodology, and overall quality of research.
  • Provide clear and professional comments for improvement.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all manuscript-related information.
  • Report any ethical concerns, plagiarism issues, or conflicts of interest.

2. Reviewer Selection

International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (IJHSS) selects reviewers based on their academic qualifications, subject expertise, research experience, and professional contributions in relevant fields. Reviewers are chosen to ensure an appropriate and expert evaluation of submitted manuscripts.

3. Confidentiality and Ethical Standards

All submitted manuscripts are treated as confidential documents. Reviewers must not share, copy, or use any information from manuscripts for personal or professional purposes. They must provide unbiased evaluations and maintain the highest standards of academic integrity.

4. Timeliness and Reviewer Contribution

Reviewers are expected to complete evaluations within the assigned timeframe. If unable to review a manuscript, they should inform the editorial office promptly. International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (IJHSS) highly appreciates the valuable contribution of reviewers in maintaining the quality, credibility, and ethical standards of scholarly publishing.