Policy Framework
The standards that govern publication at JSDPL
These policies define how the journal reviews work, evaluates quality, and protects ethical publishing practice.
Open Access Policy
JSDPL follows a fully open-access publication model. All articles published in the journal are freely accessible online to readers worldwide.
- No subscription required
- Free access to all published articles
- Free publication for authors (No Article Processing Charges)
Peer Review Policy
JSDPL follows a double-blind peer review process designed to protect fairness, academic integrity, and disciplinary rigor.
- Manuscript submission
- Initial editorial screening
- Double-blind peer review by experts in the field
- Reviewer comments and recommendations
- Author revision (if required)
- Final editorial decision
Review Criteria
Reviewers evaluate manuscripts using the core quality standards below.
- Originality of research
- Clarity of arguments
- Methodological rigor
- Relevance to journal scope
- Contribution to academic knowledge
Publication Ethics
JSDPL follows strict academic integrity and ethical publishing standards.
- The manuscript is original and unpublished.
- Proper citations are provided for all sources used.
- The manuscript is not under review elsewhere.
- No plagiarism or unethical research practices are involved.