Statement of Ethics

Policy Statement
The International Journal of Research on Multidisciplinary Studies (IJROMS) is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethics in scholarly publishing. The journal adheres to principles of integrity, transparency, accountability, and fairness in all stages of the publication process.

All parties involved in publishing—authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher—are expected to comply with ethical guidelines to ensure the credibility and reliability of published research.

Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Authors must ensure that:

  • All submitted work is original and free from plagiarism
  • Data and results are accurate, truthful, and not fabricated or manipulated
  • Proper acknowledgment of all sources and references is provided
  • All listed authors have made significant contributions to the research
  • All co-authors approve the final version of the manuscript
  • Conflicts of interest are fully disclosed
  • Ethical approval is obtained for research involving humans or animals

Authors must not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal simultaneously.

Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

Editors are responsible for:

  • Ensuring fair, unbiased, and timely evaluation of manuscripts
  • Maintaining confidentiality of submitted manuscripts
  • Making publication decisions based on academic merit and relevance
  • Avoiding conflicts of interest in handling manuscripts
  • Taking appropriate action in cases of ethical misconduct

Editors must not use unpublished materials for personal research purposes.

Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers must:

  • Maintain confidentiality of all manuscripts received for review
  • Provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback
  • Declare any conflict of interest before accepting review assignments
  • Avoid using manuscript content for personal advantage
  • Report any suspected ethical issues, including plagiarism or data manipulation

Research Integrity

IJROMS promotes integrity in research by ensuring that:

  • All published articles meet ethical research standards
  • Data integrity and transparency are maintained
  • Research involving human participants follows ethical guidelines and informed consent procedures
  • Misconduct such as fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism is strictly prohibited

Misconduct Handling

Any suspected ethical misconduct will be investigated thoroughly. Possible actions include:

  • Request for clarification or correction from authors
  • Rejection of manuscript
  • Retraction of published article
  • Notification of relevant institutions or authorities
  • Restrictions on future submissions

Conflicts of Interest

All authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any financial, personal, or professional relationships that could influence their work. Transparency is required to ensure unbiased decision-making throughout the publication process.

Corrections and Retractions

IJROMS ensures the integrity of the scholarly record by:

  • Issuing corrections for minor errors
  • Publishing retractions for serious ethical or scientific issues
  • Clearly labeling corrected or retracted articles
  • Maintaining transparency in all post-publication updates

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

IJROMS is dedicated to maintaining ethical publishing practices aligned with international standards. The journal promotes fairness, accountability, and integrity to ensure trust in scholarly communication.