Ethical Standards

 

Global Review of Humanities, Arts and Society (GRHAS) is committed to upholding the highest standards of research integrity, academic responsibility, and ethical scholarly publishing. The journal requires all participants in the publication process—including authors, reviewers, editors, and editorial staff—to adhere to recognized principles of ethical research and responsible academic communication.

These ethical standards are designed to ensure the reliability, credibility, and transparency of the scholarly record and to promote trust in the publication process.

Integrity of Scholarly Research

All research submitted to GRHAS must be conducted and reported in accordance with accepted principles of academic honesty and scientific integrity. Authors are expected to present their research findings accurately, clearly, and transparently. The journal does not tolerate any form of academic misconduct, including:

  • plagiarism or unattributed use of others’ work
  • data fabrication or falsification
  • manipulation or selective reporting of research findings
  • duplicate or redundant publication
  • inappropriate authorship attribution

Manuscripts suspected of violating these principles may be subject to editorial investigation.

Ethical Research Practices

Authors must ensure that their research has been conducted in accordance with relevant ethical standards and institutional regulations.

Where applicable, research involving human participants, interviews, personal data, or culturally sensitive materials must comply with ethical guidelines and legal requirements. Authors should confirm that appropriate ethical approval and informed consent have been obtained where required.

Researchers must respect the rights, dignity, and privacy of research participants and ensure that confidential or sensitive information is handled responsibly.

Transparency and Accountability

Authors, reviewers, and editors share responsibility for maintaining transparency and accountability in scholarly publishing. Authors must disclose:

  • sources of research funding
  • potential conflicts of interest
  • any relevant institutional or ethical approvals

Editors and reviewers must evaluate manuscripts fairly and independently without bias or discrimination.

Responsible Authorship

Authorship should accurately reflect the individuals who have made substantial intellectual contributions to the research and preparation of the manuscript. All authors must:

  • approve the final version of the manuscript before submission
  • agree to be accountable for the integrity of the research
  • ensure that all contributors are appropriately acknowledged

Authorship disputes or inappropriate attribution may be investigated by the editorial office.

Confidentiality in the Editorial Process

The journal maintains strict confidentiality during the editorial and peer review process. Editors and reviewers must not disclose or use unpublished information from submitted manuscripts for personal research or advantage.

All manuscripts and review reports are treated as confidential documents throughout the evaluation process.

Handling Ethical Concerns

If ethical concerns arise during the submission, review, or publication process, the editorial office may initiate an investigation to determine the appropriate course of action. Possible actions may include:

  • requesting clarification or corrections from authors
  • rejecting a manuscript under review
  • issuing corrections or editorial notices
  • retracting published articles when necessary
  • notifying relevant institutions in cases of serious misconduct

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

GRHAS is committed to maintaining a responsible and transparent scholarly publishing environment. By adhering to these ethical standards, the journal seeks to support trustworthy research, promote academic integrity, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge across the humanities, arts, and social sciences.