Corrections Policy

Corrections Policy

Comparative Philosophy and Religious Traditions (CPRT) is committed to maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the scholarly record.

When errors are identified in published articles, the journal will take appropriate corrective action to ensure transparency and reliability. Corrections are issued when mistakes do not invalidate the central arguments or conclusions of the work.

1. Types of Corrections

1.1 Minor Corrections

Minor errors that do not affect the interpretation of the research may be corrected without a formal notice. These may include:

  • Typographical errors
  • Minor formatting issues
  • Non-substantive grammatical corrections

Such corrections may be made silently at the discretion of the editorial office.

1.2 Author Corrections (Erratum)

An Author Correction (Erratum) is issued when errors introduced by the author affect:

  • Accuracy of citations
  • Presentation of data
  • Interpretation of arguments
  • Attribution of sources

The correction notice will clearly describe the error, provide the corrected information, and be linked to the original article.

1.3 Publisher Corrections

If errors are introduced during production (e.g., typesetting or formatting mistakes), the journal will issue a Publisher Correction. Such notices will be clearly labeled and linked to the original publication.

2. Correction Procedure

When a potential error is identified:

  1. The editorial office reviews the reported issue.
  2. Authors are contacted for clarification.
  3. If a correction is warranted, a formal notice is prepared.
  4. The notice is reviewed and approved by the Editor-in-Chief.
  5. The correction is published and linked to the original article.

All corrections are made transparently and without altering the scholarly record in a misleading manner.

3. Transparency and Linking

Correction notices:

  • Are published as separate documents
  • Receive their own DOI where applicable
  • Are permanently linked to the original article
  • Clearly indicate the nature and location of the error

The original article remains accessible, with clear indication that a correction has been issued.

4. Distinction from Retraction

Corrections are issued when the core scholarly contribution remains valid. If errors invalidate the findings or involve serious ethical concerns, the journal will follow its Retraction Policy.

5. Author Responsibility

Authors are encouraged to notify the editorial office promptly if they discover errors after publication. Timely correction supports academic transparency and integrity.

6. Editorial Discretion

The Editor-in-Chief retains final authority over:

  • Determining whether a correction is necessary
  • The form and content of correction notices
  • Whether further action is required