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Publication Ethics

Introduction

Global Multidisciplinary Journal (GMJ) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical publishing and academic integrity. The journal follows internationally accepted principles of publication ethics and takes all necessary measures to prevent publication malpractice. All parties involved in the publication process—including authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher—are expected to adhere strictly to these ethical guidelines.

Ethical Framework

Global Multidisciplinary Journal (GMJ) aligns its ethical policies with internationally recognized best practices in scholarly publishing, including the principles of transparency, accountability, integrity, and fairness. Ethical conduct is mandatory at every stage of the publication process.

Duties and Responsibilities of Authors

Originality and Plagiarism

  • Authors must ensure that their work is entirely original.

  • Any use of others’ work must be appropriately cited or quoted.

  • All manuscripts are screened for plagiarism prior to peer review.

  • Manuscripts with unacceptable levels of similarity are rejected.

Multiple, Redundant, or Concurrent Publication

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

  • Redundant or duplicate publication is considered unethical and unacceptable.

Authorship and Contribution

  • Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made a significant scholarly contribution to the research.

  • All co-authors must approve the final version of the manuscript and agree to its submission.

  • Any changes in authorship after submission must be justified and approved by all authors.

Data Accuracy and Research Integrity

  • Authors must present accurate data and ensure reproducibility of results.

  • Fabrication, falsification, or manipulation of data is strictly prohibited.

  • Raw data may be requested for editorial review when necessary.

Human and Animal Rights

  • Research involving human participants must comply with ethical standards and include approval from an appropriate ethics committee.

  • Studies involving animals must follow internationally accepted animal welfare guidelines.

  • Informed consent must be obtained where applicable.

Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

  • Authors must disclose any financial, personal, or institutional conflicts of interest that could influence their work.

  • All sources of funding must be clearly stated.

Duties and Responsibilities of Editors

  • Editors are responsible for deciding which manuscripts are suitable for publication based on academic merit and relevance.

  • Editorial decisions are independent and free from commercial or personal influence.

  • Editors ensure a fair, unbiased, and timely peer review process.

  • Editors must maintain confidentiality of submitted manuscripts.

  • Conflicts of interest must be disclosed and managed appropriately.

Duties and Responsibilities of Reviewers

  • Reviewers must provide objective, constructive, and timely evaluations.

  • Manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential documents.

  • Reviewers must disclose conflicts of interest and decline review if necessary.

  • Unethical behavior, plagiarism, or data irregularities must be reported to the editor.

Peer Review Integrity

Global Multidisciplinary Journal (GMJ) follows a double-blind peer review process to ensure fairness, transparency, and academic rigor. All reviewer comments and editorial decisions are based solely on scholarly merit.

Plagiarism Policy

  • The journal uses plagiarism detection tools to screen all submissions.

  • Self-plagiarism and text recycling without proper citation are unacceptable.

  • Manuscripts exceeding acceptable similarity thresholds are rejected or returned for revision.

Corrections, Retractions, and Expressions of Concern

  • Errors identified after publication will be corrected through formal notices.

  • Articles found to involve serious ethical violations may be retracted.

  • Expressions of concern may be issued while investigations are ongoing.

Confidentiality

All submitted manuscripts, reviewer reports, and editorial communications are treated as confidential. Information is not disclosed to anyone other than those directly involved in the publication process.

Appeals and Complaints

Authors may appeal editorial decisions by submitting a reasoned explanation. Complaints related to ethical issues or editorial conduct will be investigated thoroughly and addressed transparently.

Archiving and Preservation

The journal ensures the long-term preservation and accessibility of published content through appropriate digital archiving mechanisms.

Ethical Oversight

Any allegations of misconduct are taken seriously and investigated according to established ethical guidelines. Appropriate actions are taken based on the outcome of investigations.

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

Global Multidisciplinary Journal (GMJ) is dedicated to promoting ethical research and responsible publishing practices that support trust, transparency, and scholarly excellence.