Plagarism Policy

IJRDO – Journal of Applied Science is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical publishing. All manuscripts submitted for publication must be original, free from plagiarism, and must adhere to responsible research and writing practices. Authors are expected to properly acknowledge all sources and contributions used in the preparation of their work.

Definition of Plagiarism

In IJRDO – Journal of Applied Science, plagiarism is defined as the unacknowledged use of text, ideas, data, tables, figures, or images from other sources. It also includes self-plagiarism involving substantial overlap with previously published work, duplicate or redundant publication, and improper paraphrasing or citation practices. Any form of intellectual misappropriation is considered unethical and unacceptable.

Plagiarism Screening

All manuscripts submitted to IJRDO – Journal of Applied Science undergo plagiarism screening using recognized similarity detection tools. Screening may be conducted at multiple stages, including initial submission, editorial evaluation, and prior to final publication, to ensure the originality and authenticity of the content.

Ethical Standards and COPE Compliance

IJRDO – Journal of Applied Science adheres to the ethical principles and best practices established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) . All cases of suspected plagiarism or unethical conduct are evaluated and managed in accordance with COPE guidelines and the journal’s editorial policies to ensure fairness, transparency, and integrity.

Editorial Actions

If plagiarism or unethical conduct is detected at any stage of the publication process in IJRDO – Journal of Applied Science, the journal reserves the right to take appropriate action depending on the severity of the issue. These actions may include:

  • Immediate rejection of the manuscript
  • Request for clarification, explanation, or revision from the author(s)
  • Retraction or withdrawal of a published article
  • Notification to the author’s affiliated institution or funding body, where necessary

Author Responsibility

Authors submitting to IJRDO – Journal of Applied Science bear full responsibility for the originality, accuracy, and integrity of their work. All sources must be appropriately cited, and manuscripts must comply with applicable copyright, ethical, and legal standards.

Author Reminder: Authors are advised to ensure that their manuscripts are original, properly cited, and free from plagiarism or redundant publication. Ethical scholarly writing enhances the credibility, quality, and impact of research.