PUBLICATION ETHICS AND MALPRACTICE STATEMENT

International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics, academic integrity, and responsible scholarly communication. The journal follows internationally recognized ethical principles to ensure that all published research is original, transparent, reliable, and contributes meaningfully to the advancement of knowledge in the fields of Law, Commerce, Business, Management, Economics, and related disciplines.

International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) believes that maintaining ethical standards in scholarly publishing is a collective responsibility of authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher. All participants involved in the publication process are expected to demonstrate honesty, accountability, fairness, confidentiality, and respect for intellectual property rights.

Author Responsibilities

Authors submitting manuscripts to International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) are expected to ensure that:

  • The submitted manuscript is original, unpublished, and not under consideration by any other publication platform.
  • The research work is conducted ethically, and all sources, data, ideas, and contributions from previous studies are properly acknowledged.
  • The manuscript presents accurate findings and does not contain fabricated, falsified, or misleading information.
  • All individuals listed as authors have made substantial contributions to the research and have approved the final version of the manuscript.
  • Any potential conflict of interest, financial support, or funding information related to the research is properly disclosed.
  • Any errors or inaccuracies discovered after publication are immediately communicated to the journal for necessary action.

Editorial Responsibilities

The Editorial Board of International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) is committed to ensuring a fair, transparent, and unbiased publication process. Editors are responsible for:

  • Evaluating manuscripts solely on the basis of academic quality, originality, relevance, and contribution to the field.
  • Maintaining confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and protecting authors' information.
  • Ensuring that editorial decisions are not influenced by personal, institutional, or commercial interests.
  • Selecting appropriate reviewers with relevant expertise for manuscript evaluation.
  • Addressing ethical concerns, complaints, and allegations of misconduct in a fair and responsible manner.

Reviewer Responsibilities

Reviewers contribute significantly to maintaining the quality and integrity of the journal. Reviewers are expected to:

  • Provide objective, constructive, and unbiased evaluations of submitted manuscripts.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding manuscript content and review-related information.
  • Identify relevant published work that has not been properly cited.
  • Report any concerns regarding plagiarism, research misconduct, or ethical issues.
  • Disclose any potential conflict of interest before accepting a review assignment.

Publication Malpractice and Unethical Practices

International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) considers the following practices as serious violations of publication ethics:

  • Plagiarism or unauthorized use of another author's work.
  • Duplicate publication or simultaneous submission of the same manuscript to multiple journals.
  • Fabrication, falsification, or manipulation of research data and results.
  • Improper attribution of authorship, including ghost or gift authorship.
  • Manipulation of citations or references for inappropriate academic advantage.
  • Any practice that compromises the integrity and credibility of scholarly publishing.

Investigation and Resolution of Ethical Concerns

International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) follows a transparent and fair procedure for handling allegations of research misconduct or publication malpractice. Reported concerns are carefully reviewed by the Editorial Board, and appropriate action is taken based on the nature and severity of the issue.

Actions may include requests for clarification, manuscript rejection, publication correction, withdrawal, or retraction of published articles whenever necessary to maintain academic integrity.

Commitment to Academic Integrity

International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) is dedicated to promoting ethical research practices, responsible authorship, and transparent publishing procedures. Through a rigorous peer-review process and adherence to ethical publishing principles, the journal aims to provide a trusted platform for researchers, academicians, professionals, and policymakers worldwide.

The journal remains committed to preserving the values of originality, transparency, accountability, and excellence in scholarly publishing.