Editorial Policy

The editorial board of Al-Marqab Journal of Humanities is committed to the highest ethical and scientific standards in all aspects of the publication process. The journal’s editorial policy is based on the following principles:

1. Academic and Ethical Integrity

  • The journal is committed to academic and ethical integrity at all stages of the editorial and publication process.
  • The journal expects authors, reviewers, and editorial board members to adhere to the highest standards of ethical conduct in scientific research and publishing.
  • The journal prohibits all forms of scientific misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, and submitting research that has been previously published or is under consideration elsewhere without clear disclosure.
  • In cases of suspected misconduct, the journal will conduct a thorough investigation according to established procedures and may take appropriate corrective actions, including retraction of published articles.

2. Objectivity and Impartiality

  • The editorial board is committed to objectivity and fairness in evaluating submitted manuscripts, without discrimination based on race, gender, institutional affiliation, or political or religious beliefs.
  • Publication decisions are primarily based on the scientific quality, originality, significance, and relevance of the research to the journal’s scope.

3. Confidentiality

  • The journal maintains the confidentiality of all information related to submitted manuscripts and the peer review process.
  • Author identities are not disclosed to reviewers (in a double-blind review system), and reviewer identities are not disclosed to authors.
  • Manuscript content is not shared with any third party except those directly involved in the editorial and review process.

4. Quality of Peer Review

  • The journal applies a rigorous and transparent peer review process (double-blind review system) to ensure the quality of published research.
  • Qualified and specialized reviewers are selected to evaluate manuscripts based on clear scientific criteria.
  • The editorial board seeks objective and constructive review reports that help improve research quality and support informed publication decisions.

5. Transparency

  • The journal provides clear and transparent information regarding its policies and procedures, including journal scope, author guidelines, peer review process, and publication policy.
  • Authors are informed of all stages of the editorial and review process in a clear and timely manner.
  • The journal commits to informing researchers in advance that publication is free of charge.

6. Independence

  • The editorial board maintains full independence in making publication decisions based solely on the scientific evaluation of manuscripts, without any external influence or pressure.

7. Diversity and Inclusion

  • The journal encourages submissions from diverse geographical, cultural, and institutional backgrounds, enriching its scientific content and promoting broad knowledge exchange.

8. Responsiveness and Accountability

  • The editorial board is committed to responding effectively and promptly to inquiries from authors, reviewers, and readers.
  • The journal takes all complaints and concerns regarding editorial policies or publication processes seriously and seeks to address them fairly and transparently.

9. Continuous Development

  • The editorial board continuously seeks to improve the journal’s policies and procedures in line with best practices in academic publishing, serving both researchers and the scientific community.

This editorial policy serves as a framework guiding the work of the editorial board and all parties involved in the publication process, ensuring the publication of high-quality scientific research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge and serves society.

10. Editorial Responsibilities

A. Editor-in-Chief

  • Overall supervision of the journal’s scientific and editorial policy.
  • Final decision-making regarding publication after peer review.
  • Ensuring neutrality, transparency, and absence of conflicts of interest.

B. Editorial Board

  • Reviewing submitted manuscripts to ensure compliance with publication requirements.
  • Selecting qualified reviewers and coordinating the peer review process.
  • Following up on required revisions from authors prior to publication.

C. Reviewers

  • Scientifically evaluating manuscripts based on originality, methodology, significance, and clarity.
  • Providing detailed review reports and recommending acceptance, revision, or rejection.
  • Maintaining confidentiality and not using manuscript content for personal benefit.