REVIEW GUIDLINES

Shuchitabodh is a peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary journal committed to publishing high-quality research in the humanities. These guidelines are designed to assist reviewers in conducting fair, constructive, and ethical evaluations of submitted manuscripts.

  1. Purpose of Peer Review
    Peer review is essential for maintaining academic quality and integrity. Reviewers help the editorial team make informed decisions and assist authors in improving their work.
  2. Type of Peer Review
    Shuchitabodh follows a double-blind peer review process, where both the reviewer and the author remain anonymous throughout the process.
  3. Reviewer Responsibilities
    Reviewers are expected to:
    • Maintain strict confidentiality of the manuscript and review process.
    • Provide objective, unbiased, and constructive feedback.
    • Declare any conflicts of interest and decline to review if necessary.
    • Avoid personal criticism and focus on academic content.
    • Submit their review within the agreed timeframe.
  4. Evaluation Criteria
    Reviewers should assess the manuscript based on the following:
    • Originality: Is the research novel and significant?
    • Relevance: Is the topic suitable for a humanities journal?
    • Clarity: Is the language clear and well-structured?
    • Argumentation: Are the claims well-supported and logically presented?
    • Methodology: Are research methods sound and appropriate?
    • Contribution: Does it add to the existing body of knowledge?
    • References: Are sources relevant, sufficient, and properly cited?
    • Ethical Compliance: Does the work adhere to ethical research standards?
  5. Structure of the Review Report
    A good review should include:
    • Summary: A brief overview of the manuscript.
    • Strengths: What the paper does well.
    • Weaknesses: Areas needing improvement.
    • Suggestions: Specific and actionable recommendations.
    • Final Recommendation:
      • Accept
      • Minor Revision
      • Major Revision
      • Reject
  6. Review Timeline
    We request reviewers to complete their review within 2–3 weeks of receiving the manuscript. If more time is needed, please inform the editorial board promptly.
  7. Ethical Guidelines
    Reviewers must:
    • Avoid plagiarism and breaches of confidentiality.
    • Refrain from using content from the manuscript in any form.
    • Alert the editor to any suspected ethical issues, including plagiarism or data fabrication.
  8. Acknowledgment
    We value the time and expertise of our reviewers. Their contributions are essential to the quality of Shuchitabodh. Reviewers may request a certificate of review upon completion.
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