Our Policies

I. Plagiarism Policy

 

Aryavaidyan journal is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical publishing. All submitted manuscripts must be original works of the authors and must not contain any form of plagiarism.

1. Definition of Plagiarism
Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to:

• Copying text, ideas, images, or data from other sources without proper acknowledgment
• Presenting another author's work as one’s own
• Self-plagiarism (reusing one’s own previously published work without proper citation)
• Improper paraphrasing or close imitation of existing content

2. Originality Requirement
Authors must ensure that their submissions are entirely original. If any part of the manuscript has been published or is under consideration elsewhere, it must be clearly disclosed at the time of submission.

3. Citation and Acknowledgment
Proper citation of all sources is mandatory. Authors must give appropriate credit to prior work, including classical Ayurvedic texts, modern research articles, and any other references used.

4. Plagiarism Screening
All manuscripts submitted to the journal will be screened using reliable plagiarism detection software. Manuscripts found to contain significant plagiarism will be rejected immediately.

5. Acceptable Similarity Index
The journal permits a similarity index of up to 10–15%, excluding references and commonly used phrases. Any similarity beyond this threshold will be subject to detailed review and possible rejection.

6. Consequences of Plagiarism
If plagiarism is detected at any stage:

• Before publication: The manuscript will be rejected, and the authors may be barred from future submissions.
• After publication: The article may be retracted, and a notice of retraction will be issued. The authors' affiliated institutions may also be informed.

7. Author Responsibility
All authors are responsible for the integrity of the content submitted. The corresponding author must ensure that all co-authors have reviewed and approved the manuscript.

8. Ethical Compliance
Authors must adhere to ethical guidelines for research, especially in studies involving human participants, animals, or traditional knowledge systems in Ayurveda.

The journal strictly enforces this plagiarism policy to maintain the credibility, authenticity, and scientific value of Ayurvedic research.

 

II. Peer Review Policy

 

1. Introduction

Aryavaidyan Journal is a peer-reviewed scholarly publication dedicated to the advancement of Ayurveda and allied sciences. The journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity, scientific rigor, and authenticity of traditional knowledge. The peer review process forms the cornerstone of this commitment, ensuring that all published articles contribute meaningfully to the discipline.

2. Scope of Peer Review

All manuscripts submitted to Aryavaidyan Journal—including original research articles, review articles, case reports, clinical studies, and short communications—are subjected to a structured peer review process. The objective is to evaluate the quality, originality, relevance, and scientific validity of the work.

3. Type of Review

The journal follows a double-blind peer review system, wherein:

• The identities of authors are concealed from reviewers
• The identities of reviewers are concealed from authors

This system ensures impartiality and minimizes bias in the evaluation process.

4. Initial Editorial Screening

Upon submission, manuscripts undergo a preliminary assessment by the editorial office to determine:

• Relevance to the scope of the journal
• Adherence to submission guidelines
• Originality and absence of plagiarism
• Ethical compliance, including necessary approvals

Manuscripts failing to meet these criteria may be rejected at this stage without external review.

Constructive suggestions for improvement are encouraged.

5. Revision Process

Authors are required to:

• Respond to all reviewer comments systematically
• Submit a revised manuscript along with a point-by-point response

Revised manuscripts may be sent for re-evaluation, particularly in cases of major revisions.

6. Ethical Considerations

Aryavaidyan Journal adheres to established international standards of publication ethics. The journal:

• Screens manuscripts for plagiarism
• Requires ethical clearance for clinical and experimental studies
• Ensures transparency in authorship and conflicts of interest
• Takes appropriate action in cases of misconduct, including retraction or correction

7. Confidentiality

All manuscripts and review reports are treated as confidential documents. Access is limited to the editorial team and assigned reviewers. Information contained in the manuscript must not be disclosed or used outside the review process.

8. Special Considerations for Ayurveda Research

Recognizing the unique epistemology of Ayurveda, the journal emphasizes:

• Faithful interpretation of classical texts
• Integration of traditional knowledge with contemporary scientific approaches
• Methodological appropriateness for both textual and clinical research
• Encouragement of interdisciplinary and evidence-based studies

9. Transparency and Accountability

The journal maintains transparency in editorial processes and is committed to:

• Fair and unbiased decision-making
• Clear communication with authors and reviewers
• Timely publication of corrections, clarifications, or retractions when required

10. Conclusion

The peer review policy of Aryavaidyan Journal reflects its commitment to excellence in Ayurvedic scholarship. By ensuring a balanced evaluation of classical wisdom and modern scientific inquiry, the journal aspires to contribute significantly to the growth and global recognition of Ayurveda.

 

III. Copyright Poicy

 

The journal retains copyright of all published articles while granting free and open access to readers worldwide. Authors must ensure that their submissions are original, unpublished, and do not infringe upon any existing copyrights or intellectual property rights. Upon acceptance, authors grant the journal a non-exclusive license to publish, reproduce, and distribute the work in any format or medium. All articles are made available under a Creative Commons license (preferably CC BY), allowing users to share and adapt the content with proper attribution to the original authors and source. Authors retain the right to reuse their work for academic and non-commercial purposes with appropriate citation of the journal. Any third-party material included in submissions must have prior written permission from the copyright holder and be properly acknowledged. The journal is not responsible for any copyright violations committed by authors, and such violations may lead to retraction or legal action. Proper citation of sources is mandatory, and plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited. Users accessing journal content must provide appropriate credit and indicate if changes were made when reusing material. The journal reserves the right to update its copyright policy in accordance with evolving legal and ethical standards.