1. Introduction
Ethical integrity is the cornerstone of scholarly publishing at Everant Publisher Pvt Ltd. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct throughout the publication process. Our Publishing Ethics Policy outlines our dedication to transparency, integrity, and responsible publishing practices.
2. Authorship and Originality
- Authors are expected to ensure that their submitted work is original, has not been previously published, and is not under consideration for publication elsewhere.
- All authors should have made substantial contributions to the research, and authorship should accurately reflect their contributions.
- Proper citation and acknowledgment of the work of others must be maintained.
3. Plagiarism and Attribution
- Plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited. Authors must accurately attribute all sources, ideas, and content used in their manuscripts.
- All submitted manuscripts are subjected to plagiarism detection tools, and instances of plagiarism will result in rejection or retraction of the manuscript.
4. Data Integrity and Reproducibility
- Authors are responsible for the accuracy and integrity of their research data. Raw data should be made available upon request for the purpose of verification and reproducibility.
- Fabrication, falsification, and manipulation of data are considered serious ethical breaches and will result in severe consequences.
5. Conflicts of Interest
- Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could compromise the integrity of the publication process.
- Conflicts of interest include financial, personal, or professional relationships that could influence objectivity.
6. Peer Review and Objectivity
- Peer reviewers are expected to provide unbiased and constructive feedback during the review process.
- Reviewers should declare any conflicts of interest and refrain from reviewing manuscripts in which they have a vested interest.
7. Editorial Independence
- Editors make decisions based on the quality, originality, and significance of the research and are not influenced by any commercial interests, external pressure, or personal bias.
8. Transparency in Corrections and Retractions
- If errors or inaccuracies are identified after publication, authors should promptly notify the editorial team. Corrections will be issued in a transparent and appropriate manner.
- In cases of serious misconduct or ethical breaches, manuscripts may be retracted to uphold the integrity of the scientific record.
9. Ethical Review and Informed Consent
- Research involving human subjects, animals, or sensitive data must adhere to ethical guidelines and obtain proper approvals from relevant ethics committees.
- Informed consent must be obtained from human subjects, and their privacy and confidentiality must be respected.
10. Handling Allegations of Misconduct
- Allegations of research misconduct will be investigated thoroughly and promptly.
- If misconduct is confirmed, appropriate actions will be taken, including retraction of published work and notification of relevant stakeholders.
11. Continuous Improvement
- Everant Publisher Pvt Ltd is committed to continuous improvement in our ethical practices. We regularly review and update our policies to align with evolving ethical standards and best practices.
By adhering to these Publishing Ethics, Everant Publisher Pvt Ltd aims to contribute to the credibility, integrity, and advancement of the scholarly publishing ecosystem.