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Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.
  • The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
  • The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF document file format.
  • Where available, URLs for the references have been provided.
  • The text is single-spaced; uses a 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
  • The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.

Author Guidelines

International Research Journal of Sustainable Society (RJSS) is dedicated to publishing quality research work. IRJSS is a peer-reviewed open access journal published Quarterly.

Download Sample Paper: https://rjss.icmass.org/rjssDocs/IRJSS-Sample-Full-Manuscript.docx
Download Copyright Form: https://rjss.icmass.org/rjssDocs/copyright_form_IRJSS.docx

Manuscript Preparation

1. General Format

  • Format: Follow the journal’s template for formatting (font type, size, margins, spacing).

  • Title Page:

    • Manuscript title

    • Author names, affiliations, and email addresses

    • Corresponding author’s details

  • Abstract: A concise summary (150–300 words) outlining the research's purpose, methods, results, and conclusions.

  • Keywords: 4–6 keywords relevant to the study.

  • Main Sections:

    • Introduction: Background, research objectives, and study significance.

    • Methods: Detailed description of the methodology for reproducibility.

    • Results: Clear presentation of findings, supported by tables and figures.

    • Discussion: Interpretation of results, limitations, and implications.

    • Conclusion: Summary of findings and potential future work.

  • References: Use the citation style required by the journal (APA, MLA, Chicago, or journal-specific style).

  • Figures and Tables:

    • Submit high-resolution images (JPEG, PNG, or TIFF).

    • Number figures and tables sequentially with descriptive captions.

    • Embed them in the manuscript and upload separately if required.

Note: The article must not exceed 15 pages.

2. Ethical and Plagiarism Considerations

  • Plagiarism Policy:

    • Originality: Manuscripts must be original and unpublished. Do not submit the same manuscript to multiple journals simultaneously.

    • Plagiarism Check: Most journals use plagiarism detection software (e.g., Turnitin, iThenticate). Ensure your manuscript has less than 15% similarity.

    • Proper Citation: Credit all ideas, text, figures, or data borrowed from other works. Use quotation marks for direct quotes and provide in-text citations.

    • Self-Plagiarism: Avoid recycling previously published work without proper citation or permission.

  • Consequences of Plagiarism:

    • Manuscripts with detected plagiarism will be rejected outright.

    • Severe cases may lead to a ban on future submissions or notification to your institution.

3. Authorship and Contributions

  • Criteria: List only those who contributed significantly to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research.

  • Acknowledgments: Mention funding sources, technical assistance, or other non-author contributions.

  • Conflicts of Interest: Declare any financial, institutional, or personal conflicts.

4. Data Availability

  • Statement: Include a data availability statement detailing where supporting data can be accessed.

  • Supplementary Material: Upload additional files like datasets, appendices, or multimedia if relevant.

5. Submission Process

  • Online Portal: Submit via the journal’s online submission system.

  • Cover Letter:

    • Address the editor-in-chief.

    • Highlight the manuscript's significance.

    • Confirm adherence to ethical standards and originality.

  • File Formats: Upload the manuscript in Word format.

6. Peer Review and Revisions

  • Peer Review: Be prepared for a double-blind or single-blind review process.

  • Revisions: Address reviewers’ comments thoroughly and provide a detailed response.

7. Fees and Open Access

  • Article Processing Charges (APC): Check for submission, publication, or open-access fees.

8. Post-Acceptance

  • Proofreading: Review the final proof for errors.

  • Copyright: Sign the copyright transfer agreement or choose a Creative Commons license.

Articles

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Privacy Statement

The International Research Journal of Sustainable Society (RJSS) operates on an open access policy and ensures free and unrestricted access to scholarly articles and research publications. Open access policies are aimed at promoting the dissemination of knowledge and maximizing the reach and impact of research. Here's a general outline of an open access policy for our journal:

  1. Statement of Purpose: Begin the policy with a clear statement about the journal's commitment to open access and the objectives it aims to achieve through this policy.
  2. Scope and Applicability: Specify which types of content are covered by the open access policy. This may include research articles, reviews, short communications, editorials, and other scholarly contributions.
  3. Author Rights and Responsibilities: Outline the rights and responsibilities of authors publishing in the journal. This may include granting the journal a non-exclusive license to publish the work, ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines, and providing accurate and complete information.
  4. Publication Charges and Funding: Specify any article processing charges (APCs) or publication fees associated with the open access publishing model. Transparency regarding costs is important, and it's essential to mention any available waivers or funding options for authors who may have financial constraints.
  5. Archiving and Preservation: Address the long-term preservation and archiving of published content. Mention the use of digital repositories or preservation systems to ensure the accessibility and longevity of the articles.
  6. Accessibility and Discoverability: Explain how the journal website ensures accessibility and discoverability of the published articles. This may include indexing in major academic databases, search engine optimization, and adherence to web accessibility standards.
  7. Copyright and Permissions: Clarify the copyright policy for published articles, including the rights retained by the authors and any limitations on reuse, reproduction, or distribution.
  8. Compliance and Monitoring: Describe how the journal monitors and ensures compliance with the open access policy. This may involve periodic audits, reviewing author agreements, and addressing any non-compliance issues.
  9. Policy Review: State that the open access policy will be periodically reviewed and updated to align with evolving best practices and changing needs.