Plagiarism and Retraction Policy

1.Plagiarism Detection:

    • The International Journal of Social Sciences (IJOSS) employs plagiarism detection software to screen all submitted manuscripts for potential instances of plagiarism before peer review.
    • Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, the verbatim copying or paraphrasing of substantial portions of another author's work without proper citation or acknowledgment.

2.Author Responsibility:

    • Authors are solely responsible for ensuring the originality and authenticity of their submitted manuscripts.
    • Authors must accurately cite and reference all sources used in their research and acknowledge the contributions of other researchers to the field.

3.Plagiarism Investigation:

    • If plagiarism or academic misconduct is suspected in a submitted manuscript, the editorial team will conduct a thorough investigation.
    • Suspected cases of plagiarism will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, considering the extent and severity of the plagiarism, as well as any mitigating factors.

4.Plagiarism Decision:

    • If plagiarism is confirmed, the manuscript will be rejected, and the authors will be informed of the decision.
    • Depending on the severity of the plagiarism, additional actions may be taken, including notifying the authors' institutions, banning the authors from submitting to the journal in the future, or reporting the misconduct to relevant academic bodies.

5.Retraction Procedure:

    • In cases where published articles are found to contain significant errors, inaccuracies, or ethical violations, the editorial team may consider retracting the article.
    • Retractions will be issued if:
      • There is clear evidence of fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism.
      • The article contains misleading or inaccurate information that affects the interpretation or credibility of the research.
      • The article violates ethical standards or infringes upon the rights of others.
    • Retractions will be accompanied by a detailed retraction notice, explaining the reason for the retraction and any corrections or clarifications required.

6.Retraction Decision:

    • The decision to retract an article will be made by the editor-in-chief in consultation with the editorial board and any relevant stakeholders.
    • Retraction decisions will be based on a careful assessment of the evidence and consideration of the potential impact on the scientific record and academic community.

7.Notification and Transparency:

    • Authors, readers, and relevant stakeholders will be promptly notified of any retractions through the journal's website and other appropriate channels.
    • Retraction notices will be clearly labeled and linked to the retracted article to ensure transparency and accountability.

The Plagiarism and Retraction Policy of the International Journal of Social Sciences (IJOSS) underscores the journal's commitment to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical publishing practices.