Publication Ethics

Publication Ethics & Malpractice Statement

The Global Islamic Research Journal (GIRJ) is a quarterly, double-blind peer-reviewed academic journal committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and academic integrity. In order to ensure the publication of credible, original, and high-quality scholarly work, the journal adheres to the ethical principles and best practices recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Any manuscript found to violate these ethical standards—including plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, redundant publication, or unethical research practices—may be rejected, retracted, or removed at any stage of the publication process, including after formal publication. GIRJ reserves the right to screen all submitted manuscripts using plagiarism-detection software at any time.

Ethical Guidelines for Journal Publication

The publication of an article in the Global Islamic Research Journal represents a meaningful contribution to the advancement of Islamic studies and related disciplines at the global level. It reflects the scholarly integrity, academic quality, and professional responsibility of the authors and their affiliated institutions. To maintain excellence and trust in academic publishing, GIRJ has established clear ethical guidelines for all parties involved in the publication process, including authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher.

The Editorial Team ensures that all editorial decisions are made independently and are not influenced by commercial interests, advertising, institutional pressure, or personal relationships. GIRJ is committed to maintaining transparent, respectful, and professional communication among editors, reviewers, and authors throughout the editorial and publication process.

The following standards outline the ethical responsibilities of each party involved:

Duties of Authors

Authors submitting manuscripts to GIRJ are required to:

Ensure that their manuscript is original, free from plagiarism, and has not been published or submitted elsewhere.
Properly acknowledge all sources through accurate citations and complete references.
Present truthful, authentic, and verifiable data, analysis, and interpretations.
Ensure that the manuscript complies with academic writing standards and ethical research practices.
Conduct thorough language, formatting, and content checks prior to submission.
Promptly inform the Editorial Team of any significant errors discovered after submission or publication, so that corrections or retractions may be issued.
Sign and comply with the journal’s copyright and ethical declaration when required.
Submit manuscripts exclusively through the journal’s official online submission system.

Duties of the Editorial Board

The Editorial Board of GIRJ is responsible for:

Ensuring a fair, unbiased, and timely double-blind peer-review process for all submitted manuscripts.
Declaring and managing any actual or potential conflicts of interest.
Maintaining strict confidentiality regarding submitted manuscripts and reviewer identities.
Evaluating manuscripts solely on the basis of academic merit, originality, relevance, and ethical compliance.
Supervising the peer-review process to ensure consistency, quality, and integrity in editorial decisions.
Supporting the Editor-in-Chief in coordinating and overseeing editorial activities to maintain transparency and coherence in the publication process.

Duties of Reviewers

Reviewers engaged by GIRJ are expected to:

Evaluate manuscripts objectively and impartially, without discrimination based on gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, institutional affiliation, or political views.
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding manuscript content and review materials.
Identify and report any suspected plagiarism, unethical research practices, or major academic errors to the Editor-in-Chief.
Provide constructive, scholarly, and well-reasoned feedback to assist authors in improving their work.
Decline the review assignment if they feel unqualified, have a conflict of interest, or are unable to complete the review within the agreed timeframe.

Article Processing Charges

The Global Islamic Research Journal (GIRJ) welcomes submissions from scholars worldwide without any article submission or processing charges. All published articles are freely accessible online in accordance with the journal’s open-access policy. Access to the electronic version of the journal is completely free for individuals and institutions. For printed copies or special print subscriptions, interested parties may contact the Editorial Office directly.