Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to the International Journal of Law and Social Science (IJLSS) undergo a structured and rigorous evaluation process. Each submission is first screened by the Editorial Team to ensure compliance with the journal’s author guidelines, publication ethics, and alignment with the journal’s focus and scope. Manuscripts that meet these preliminary requirements are then forwarded for peer review.

IJLSS implements a double-blind peer review system, ensuring that neither authors nor reviewers are aware of each other’s identities. This approach upholds objectivity, fairness, and transparency in the assessment of scholarly work. Each manuscript is evaluated by two independent reviewers who examine the originality, theoretical contribution, methodological rigor, clarity of argumentation, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

Upon receiving the reviewers’ comments, the Editor conducts a thorough evaluation to determine whether the manuscript should be accepted, revised, or rejected. If revisions are required, the reviewer feedback is sent to the author for necessary improvements. The revised manuscript may undergo additional review rounds when needed to ensure the highest academic standards. The final decision regarding publication rests with the Editor-in-Chief, based on the reviewers’ recommendations and the quality of revisions provided by the author.

IJLSS only accepts manuscripts that demonstrate strong academic merit, originality, and adherence to ethical research practices. All submissions must be free from plagiarism. Authors are encouraged to use plagiarism-detection tools before submission, while the Editorial Team conducts similarity checks using Turnitin or equivalent software to maintain academic integrity.

The publication decision, including the scheduling and order of articles, is determined by the Editor-in-Chief, taking into account the acceptance date, thematic relevance, and diversity of contributors.

Standard Review Timeline

To maintain clarity and predictability for authors, the journal adheres to the following estimated timelines: