The International Journal of Ayurveda360 is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and originality in all published content. Plagiarism, in any form, compromises the credibility of research and violates the ethical standards of academic publishing. This policy outlines our zero-tolerance approach to plagiarism, establishes clear guidelines for authors, reviewers, and editors, and ensures transparency in the handling of suspected violations.

1. What is Plagiarism?

Plagiarism involves using someone else’s work—whether text, ideas, data, or images—without proper attribution or permission and presenting it as one’s own. This includes:

• Textual Plagiarism: Copying text verbatim from another source without using quotation marks or citation.
• Paraphrasing Plagiarism: Rewriting someone else’s ideas or work without proper attribution.
• Self-Plagiarism: Reusing one’s own previously published work without citation or disclosure.
• Data or Image Plagiarism: Using figures, tables, charts, or data without permission or appropriate citation.
• Conceptual Plagiarism: Adopting ideas, methodologies, or frameworks from another source without acknowledgment.

2. Types of Plagiarism

• Verbatim Plagiarism: Copying text word-for-word without quotation marks or citation.
• Paraphrasing without Attribution: Rewriting ideas or content from a source without proper attribution.
• Self-Plagiarism: Republishing substantial portions of one’s prior work without disclosure or citation.
• Plagiarism of Data, Images, and Figures: Using images, tables, or data without proper permission or acknowledgment.
• Plagiarism of Methodologies and Concepts: Using ideas, methods, or research frameworks without crediting the origin.

3. How We Detect Plagiarism

The International Journal of Ayurveda360 employs several methods to detect and prevent plagiarism:

• Plagiarism Detection Software: Automated tools such as Turnitin or iThenticate are used to scan manuscripts for similarities with existing literature.
• Manual Screening: Editors manually verify any sections of the manuscript that may appear suspicious or unoriginal.
• Cross-Referencing: Submissions are compared against reputable databases and journals to identify duplicated content.

All manuscripts are scrutinized for originality before being sent for peer review or publication.

4. Consequences of Plagiarism

If plagiarism is identified at any stage of the submission, review, or publication process, actions will be taken based on the severity of the violation:

• For Authors:
  • Minor Violations (e.g., improper citation): Authors will be asked to immediately correct the issue and properly attribute sources.
  • Major Violations (e.g., significant plagiarism or self-plagiarism): The manuscript will be rejected, and the author may be prohibited from submitting future work to the journal.
  • Published Work with Plagiarism: In cases where plagiarism is identified after publication, the article will be retracted, and a public notice explaining the retraction will be issued.
• For Reviewers and Editors: Any plagiarism found among reviewers or editors will lead to immediate removal from the journal’s team and notification to their respective institutions.

5. Preventing Plagiarism

We encourage all authors, reviewers, and editors to take proactive steps to maintain academic integrity:

• For Authors:

  • Cite All Sources: Properly credit all referenced material, including text, ideas, data, images, and figures.
  • Quotation Marks for Verbatim Text: Always use quotation marks and provide a citation when using direct quotes.
  • Disclose Reuse of Work: If reusing previously published data or images, obtain permission and cite the original source.
  • Avoid Unattributed Paraphrasing: Ensure any reworded ideas are properly cited.
  • Verify Originality: Authors are encouraged to check their manuscripts for overlaps using plagiarism detection tools before submission.

• For Reviewers: Reviewers should immediately inform the editor if they suspect plagiarism in a manuscript they are reviewing.

• For Editors: Editors are responsible for ensuring the originality of submitted manuscripts, checking for proper attribution, and investigating potential plagiarism when necessary.

6. Reporting Plagiarism

If you suspect plagiarism in a manuscript, whether in the submission or after publication, please report it to the editorial office with supporting evidence. All reports will be investigated promptly, and appropriate actions will be taken to address the issue.

• Contact Information:
  • Email: journal@ayurveda360.in
  • Email: editor-in-chief@ayurveda360.in

7. Use of AI Tools in Manuscript Preparation

We recognize that authors may use generative AI tools (e.g., Grammarly, ChatGPT) to enhance the clarity and readability of their manuscripts. However:

• Disclosure Required: Authors must disclose the use of AI tools in the acknowledgment section of the manuscript.
• Limitations: AI tools should not be used to generate content, ideas, or data. Their use should be limited to language improvement and formatting, and authors must align with ethical standards.
• Transparency: AI-generated content must be acknowledged, and any contributions made by AI tools must be clearly outlined in the manuscript.

8. Commitment to Academic Integrity

By adhering to this policy, the International Journal of Ayurveda360 ensures that all published work meets the highest standards of academic integrity, originality, and credibility. Our editorial team and authors share a collective responsibility to preserve the quality of the research published in the journal. This policy aims to foster ethical research, responsible publishing, and a culture of transparency.

For further details, please visit our Plagiarism Policy page on the journal’s website.