Reviewer Policy

The Journal of Multidisciplinary Research & Development Studies (JMRDS) upholds a rigorous and transparent peer-review process to ensure the quality, integrity, and academic credibility of all published articles. This policy outlines the responsibilities and expectations of reviewers contributing to the Journal of Multidisciplinary Research & Development Studies (JMRDS).

Selection of Reviewers

  • Reviewers are selected based on their expertise in the relevant field, academic credentials, and publication record.
  • The Journal of Multidisciplinary Research & Development Studies (JMRDS) maintains a diverse pool of reviewers to ensure fair, unbiased, and comprehensive evaluation of manuscripts.

Review Process

  • Journal of Multidisciplinary Research & Development Studies (JMRDS) employs a double-blind peer review system, where both authors and reviewers remain anonymous.
  • Reviewers are expected to evaluate manuscripts for originality, relevance, methodological rigor, clarity, and contribution to the field.
  • Reviews should be constructive, objective, and delivered within the specified timeframe to support timely publication.

Reviewer Responsibilities

  • Maintain confidentiality of all manuscripts under review.
  • Disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may affect impartial evaluation.
  • Provide detailed, constructive feedback to help authors improve the manuscript.

Ethical Standards

  • Reviewers must adhere to ethical standards in scholarly publishing, including impartiality, confidentiality, and respect for authors’ intellectual property.
  • Any suspected ethical violations in a manuscript (e.g., plagiarism or data manipulation) should be reported to the editorial team of Journal of Multidisciplinary Research & Development Studies (JMRDS).

Recognition of Reviewers

  • Journal of Multidisciplinary Research & Development Studies (JMRDS) acknowledges the contribution of reviewers in maintaining the quality and credibility of the journal. Reviewers may be recognized in annual acknowledgments or via certificates upon request.

By adhering to this policy, reviewers play a critical role in maintaining the academic standards of Journal of Multidisciplinary Research & Development Studies (JMRDS), ensuring that all published research is rigorous, ethical, and valuable to the scholarly community.