Plagiarism Policy

This policy outlines the protocols and standards for detecting and addressing plagiarism within the Interplanetary Journal https://interplanetary.org.in/index.php/interplanetary. Plagiarism is a serious ethical breach undermining academic integrity, consistent with standards maintained by UGC CARE and Scopus-indexed journals.

Definition of Plagiarism:
Plagiarism involves presenting another’s work, ideas, or intellectual property as one’s own without proper attribution or consent. This includes:
a. Direct Copying: Reproducing text without citation or quotation marks.
b. Paraphrasing: Rewriting another’s work without credit.
c. Unauthorized Use: Using images, figures, or data without permission and acknowledgment.
d. Self-Plagiarism: Reusing substantial parts of one’s previously published work without citation.

Plagiarism Detection:
The editorial team conducts plagiarism screening using advanced tools and manual review during initial manuscript evaluation. Detected plagiarism may lead to rejection or require correction.

Responsibilities of Authors:
Authors must ensure originality and proper citation, including:

  • Acknowledge all sources accurately.

  • Use quotation marks with citations for direct quotes.

  • Paraphrase correctly with citation.

  • Obtain permissions for copyrighted material.

  • Avoid self-plagiarism with appropriate citation.

Responsibilities of Reviewers:
Reviewers should:

  • Be vigilant in detecting and reporting plagiarism.

  • Maintain confidentiality.

  • Report any suspected misconduct to editors.

Actions Against Plagiarism:
Depending on severity, consequences include:

  • Manuscript rejection or retraction.

  • Temporary submission bans.

  • Notification to authors’ institutions.

  • Possible publication bans for repeated offenses.

Plagiarism Complaints:
Complaints are taken seriously, and the editorial team investigates upon notification with evidence.

This policy affirms the Interplanetary Journal’s commitment to ethical standards, originality, and academic integrity, fostering a culture of honest scientific inquiry and reliable dissemination of knowledge.

Referenced UGC Policy Document is integrated for compliance.