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Publication Ethics and Policies

The International Journal of Advances in Business and Management Research (IJABMR) (eISSN: 2584-1718) upholds strict ethical standards for all authors in the preparation of their manuscripts. The journal adheres to robust publication ethics that safeguard the integrity of scientific publishing and foster trust in the articles it publishes.

Author Declaration of Originality

The corresponding author must confirm that the manuscript, either in part or in whole, has not been previously published in a peer-reviewed journal and is not currently being submitted, either wholly or in part, for publication elsewhere. They must also ensure that all listed authors have read and agreed to the manuscript.

Additionally, the corresponding author is required to sign the Copyright Transfer Agreement Form, which covers the following items:

Copyright

Transfer of Rights

At the time of submission, all authors consent to transfer exclusive copyright of the manuscript to the Publisher. This transfer grants the Publisher the rights to publish, reproduce, distribute, translate, and adapt the work in both print and digital formats globally, as well as the authority to permit third parties to do the same while giving due credit to the Author.

Proper Attribution

Any use or distribution of the published material must provide proper attribution to the original source, including the article title, author(s), journal name, issue information, and the Publisher's copyright.

Content Published under CC BY-NC-ND Policy

Articles published in the International Journal of Advances in Business and Management Research (IJABMR) (eISSN 2584-1718) are made available open access under either the CC BY-NC-ND (Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License) or the CC BY (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License).

CC BY-NC-ND: The article may be shared for non-commercial purposes, provided the authors are credited. Commercial reuse or sharing of modified versions requires explicit permission.

CC BY: The article can be shared, adapted, and used for any purpose, including commercial use, as long as proper credit is given to the authors.

Reserved Rights

The Author (or Co-authors) or their employer(s) will retain all proprietary rights to the materials, except for the rights granted to the Publisher under this Agreement.

Author Guarantee and Ethical Responsibility

The Author(s) affirm(s) that the submitted manuscript is an original piece of work, exclusively submitted to IJABMR, and has not been previously published or submitted elsewhere.

In the case of co-authored works, the corresponding author must ensure that all co-authors have been fully informed of and have given their consent to this agreement, either through signatures or written authorisation.

Furthermore, the Author(s) provide the following assurances regarding the manuscript:

It does not contain defamatory or illegal statements.
It does not violate any intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, or trademarks.
It does not include misleading, harmful, or unsafe content that could result in damage or harm.
It does not reveal any confidential or sensitive information.

Section	Policy Summary
Editorial Scope	The Journal is dedicated to publishing high-quality, globally relevant research, serving as a dynamic platform for scholarly dialogue, innovation, and emerging trends in business and management. It welcomes submissions that present original insights, rigorous research, and meaningful contributions that advance knowledge and practice in the field.
Peer Review Process	Manuscripts are assessed against the standards of the International Journal of Advances in Business and Management Research, with reviewer feedback guiding revisions, followed by a second round of external peer review to ensure quality and rigor.
Open Access Policy	All articles are freely and immediately accessible to the public, promoting global knowledge sharing. Full-text content is available without restriction and indexed in Google Scholar.
Creative Commons	All publications are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, allowing reuse, distribution, and modification with proper attribution to the original source.
Publication Ethics	Authors must prepare manuscripts in line with ethical guidelines. The Journal adheres to publication ethics to ensure the credibility of articles and the integrity of scientific publishing.

Plagiarism Policy

Plagiarism is regarded as a serious crime in this journal. This journal checks each paper for potential instances of plagiarism using the Turnitin Similarity detection program. The initial stage of the manuscript review procedure is a plagiarism check. Submissions that exhibit an unfavourable degree of resemblance to already published works are promptly rejected. Manuscripts that are submitted ought to be the author(s)' original works. The publisher's editorial policies state that each instance of content overlap is investigated further for possible plagiarism. An overall similarity of 15% is permitted by IJABMR for an article to be evaluated for publication. Also, the AI (Artificial Intelligence) usage should not exceed 20%.

Types of Plagiarism	Description
Direct Plagiarism	The unacknowledged replication of words, sentences, ideas, or research findings from another source, presented as one’s own original work.
Self-Plagiarism	The practice of reusing portions of one’s previously published or submitted work without proper citation or disclosure, thereby misrepresenting it as new content.
Inadequate Paraphrasing	The superficial alteration of wording while preserving the original structure and meaning, which fails to demonstrate genuine understanding or originality.
Verbatim Reproduction Without Attribution	The exact copying of text without the use of quotation marks and without appropriate source acknowledgment.
Improper or Insufficient Citation	The inclusion of a reference while failing to sufficiently transform the original material, resulting in unintended plagiarism due to close resemblance to the source.
Section-Specific Similarity Concerns	Elevated similarity within key sections—such as the abstract, introduction, methodology, discussion, or conclusion—may signal potential plagiarism, except in cases involving standardised terminology or universally accepted procedures.

Fabricating and Stating False Information

To uphold the highest standards of scholarly integrity, IJABMR will issue appropriate post-publication notices whenever necessary. Authors who are found to have submitted manuscripts containing falsified information, fabricated data, or manipulated images shall be subject to strict sanctions. In such cases, the concerned articles will be formally retracted to preserve the credibility and reliability of the scientific record.

Archiving Policy

The Journal is firmly committed to ensuring the long-term preservation and accessibility of its scholarly content through its participation in the PKP Preservation Network. By leveraging the robust framework of the LOCKSS program, the Journal benefits from a decentralised and distributed preservation system that guarantees seamless, perpetual access while safeguarding the authenticity of the original published material.

Through its integration with Open Journal Systems, the Journal authorises the PKP Preservation Network to digitally archive and preserve its publications. This strategic approach reflects the Journal’s unwavering dedication to maintaining the integrity, availability, and longevity of all articles it publishes.

Human Rights Policy

Adherence to Ethical Standards

All research submitted to the Journal must be conducted in strict compliance with established ethical principles. For instances where ethical adherence is uncertain or questionable, the Editors reserve the right to reject the manuscript and/or seek clarification from the relevant institutional ethics committee. Notably, editorial decisions may be based on ethical considerations irrespective of prior approval granted by any ethics body.

Compliance with International Guidelines

Research involving human participants, biological materials, or personal data must conform to the principles outlined in the Declaration of Helsinki and must receive prior approval from a duly recognised ethics committee.

Mandatory Ethical Approval Documentation

All submitted manuscripts must be accompanied by formal approval from the appropriate institutional ethics or bioethics committee, clearly demonstrating compliance with ethical research standards.

Informed Consent Research Policy

Confidentiality and Participant Privacy

The Journal strictly upholds the protection of participant identity and privacy. Manuscripts must not include any identifying details, personal information, or images that could reveal the identity of research participants, unless explicit, documented consent has been obtained.

Compliance and Ethical Disclosure

Authors are required to include a clear and comprehensive statement within the manuscript affirming adherence to applicable ethical guidelines. This statement must specify the approving ethics committee, along with the corresponding approval or reference number, where applicable, thereby ensuring transparency and accountability in the research process.

Article Withdrawal, Retraction, Removal, and Replacement Policies

Article Withdrawal

· Scope and Applicability

Applies only to Articles in Press (pre-publication versions). Articles may be withdrawn due to significant errors, duplicate submission, authorship issues, plagiarism, or data fabrication.

· Procedure

The article’s full text (HTML and PDF) will be removed and replaced with a withdrawal notice in accordance with the policies of the International Journal of Advances in Business and Management Research.

Article Retraction

· Grounds for Retraction

Retraction applies to published articles with serious ethical violations, including plagiarism, duplicate submissions, false authorship, or fraudulent data.

· Correction of Scholarly Record

May also be issued to correct major errors that affect the reliability or integrity of the work.

· Standards and Compliance

Retractions are carried out in line with the standards of the International Journal of Advances in Business and Management Research, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Article Removal (Legal Considerations)

· Exceptional Circumstances

Articles may be removed in rare situations if they are defamatory, violate legal rights, or pose significant legal or public risks.

· Retention of Metadata

The full text will be removed, but essential details (title, authors) will remain. The content will be replaced with a notice explaining the removal, in line with legal requirements.

Article Replacement

· Authors may retract an article that poses significant risk and submit a corrected version.

· The replacement follows the formal retraction process to ensure transparency and maintain the integrity of the scholarly record.

Conflict of Interest

Editors

Manuscripts are assigned to editors to minimise conflicts of interest.
Conflicts include recent collaboration, co-authorship, institutional ties, or supervisory relationships.
Editors must disclose any additional conflicts to the Managing Editor.
If no conflict-free editor is available, the manuscript is assigned to editors with the least conflict.

Authors

Authors must disclose all financial and personal conflicts of interest.
All sources of funding and relevant affiliations must be clearly acknowledged in the manuscript.

Reviewers

Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest and recuse themselves if necessary.
Editors will assess disclosed conflicts to decide on reviewer suitability.
Reviewers must not use unpublished manuscript information for personal gain and must maintain confidentiality.

Research Data Policy

Data sharing is fundamental to advancing research, enhancing transparency, reproducibility, and trust in scholarly communication. The International Journal of Advances in Business and Management Research supports researchers in storing, sharing, discovering, and reusing data, and actively collaborates with stakeholders to improve data accessibility and impact. While some data are included within published articles, many essential datasets remain external yet are vital for validating findings. This policy promotes the discoverability, accessibility, and responsible reuse of such underlying research data beyond the published manuscript.

Principles of the Research Data Policy

The Research Data Policy promotes open access by encouraging the free availability of data with minimal restrictions on reuse, thereby supporting wider dissemination and innovation. It affirms that researchers retain ownership and control over their data and deserve appropriate recognition for their contributions. The policy also acknowledges disciplinary differences in data-sharing practices and encourages flexibility accordingly. Furthermore, it highlights the importance of collaboration among stakeholders to improve data accessibility, maximise reuse, and minimise unnecessary duplication of research efforts.

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Journal title	International Journal of Advances in Business and Management Research (IJABMR)
ISSN (online)	2584-1718
Publisher's name	Swami Vivekananda Global Academy, India
Established Since	2023
Email Id	info@ijabmresearch.org
DOI Prefix	10.62674/ijabmr
Peer Review	Double Anonymous Peer Review
Licensing	CC BY-NC-ND
Open Access	Yes

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