Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

This statement clarifies the ethical behavior expected of all parties involved in publishing articles in the Basmala: Journal of Qur'an and Hadith, including authors, editors, peer reviewers, and the publisher. It is based on the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE)'s Best Practice in Scholarly Publishing.

Ethical Guidelines for Journal Publication
The publication of an article in a double-blind peer-reviewed journal is a fundamental building block in developing a coherent and respected body of knowledge. It directly reflects the quality of the work produced by the authors and the institutions that support them. Therefore, it is essential to establish mutually agreed-upon ethical standards for all parties involved in the publishing process.

The Elkuator Research and Publication, the publisher of the Basmala: Journal of Qur'an and Hadith, takes its responsibility for overseeing all stages of the publishing process seriously and acknowledges its ethical and professional obligations. The publisher ensures that advertising, reprints, or other commercial revenues do not influence editorial decisions.

Publication Decisions
The editors of the Basmala: Journal of Qur'an and Hadith are responsible for deciding which submitted articles should be published. Their decisions are based on validating the work and its relevance to readers and researchers, without discrimination. The editors adhere to the journal’s editorial policies and comply with legal requirements related to libel, copyright infringement, and plagiarism.

The journal does not guarantee manuscript acceptance or rapid publication, as all submissions undergo rigorous peer review and editorial evaluation.

Fair Play
The editors evaluate manuscripts solely based on their intellectual content, without consideration of the authors’ race, gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, ethnic origin, citizenship, or political philosophy.

Confidentiality
The editors and editorial staff must not disclose any information about a submitted manuscript to anyone other than the corresponding author, reviewers, potential reviewers, editorial advisors, or the publisher.

Complaints and Appeals
The journal has a clear procedure for handling complaints and appeals. Complaints regarding editorial decisions, publication ethics, or journal policies should be submitted in writing to the Editorial Office of the Basmala: Journal of Qur'an and Hadith via email (see: Contact).

Appeals against editorial decisions will be reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief and, if necessary, by an independent member of the Editorial Board. All complaints and appeals are handled objectively, transparently, and in accordance with COPE guidelines. The decision following an appeal is final.

Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest
All authors, editors, and reviewers must disclose any financial or non-financial conflicts of interest that could influence the interpretation of their work. Any identified conflicts will be clearly disclosed in the published article.

Duties of Reviewers
Peer reviewers contribute to editorial decisions and assist authors in improving their manuscripts. Reviewers must conduct evaluations objectively, maintain confidentiality, acknowledge all relevant sources, and disclose any conflicts of interest. Reviewers who feel unqualified or unable to complete a review promptly should notify the editor and withdraw from the review process.

Duties of Authors
Reporting Standards
Authors must provide accurate accounts of the work performed and include sufficient detail to enable others to replicate the study. Fraudulent or knowingly inaccurate statements are unethical and unacceptable.

Originality and Plagiarism
Authors must ensure that submitted manuscripts are original and appropriately cite or quote the work of others. Plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited.

Multiple, Redundant, or Concurrent Publications
Authors should not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal simultaneously.

Authorship and Contributorship
Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the study. All co-authors must approve the final version of the manuscript and provide their consent for its submission.

Data Sharing and Reproducibility
Authors are encouraged to make research data available to promote transparency and reproducibility. When data cannot be shared due to ethical, legal, or confidentiality constraints, authors must provide a clear data availability statement explaining these restrictions. Data should be retained for a reasonable period after publication.

Ethical Oversight
Research involving human participants or animals must comply with relevant ethical standards. Authors are required to obtain approval from an appropriate ethics committee or institutional review board and to provide informed consent where applicable. Details of ethical approval should be clearly stated in the manuscript. This journal adheres to internationally recognized ethical principles.

Intellectual Property and Copyright
The Basmala: Journal of Qur'an and Hadith clearly outlines its copyright and licensing policies in the Author Guidelines. Authors retain the copyright to their work and grant the journal the right of first publication under the specified license. Policies regarding plagiarism, self-plagiarism, and intellectual property are strictly enforced. Licensing information is clearly indicated in all published articles.

Post-Publication Discussions and Corrections
The journal is committed to maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record. Corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern will be issued when necessary, in accordance with the COPE Retraction Guidelines. Authors and readers are encouraged to participate in post-publication discussions through formal correspondence with the Editorial Office.

Fundamental Errors in Published Works
When authors discover significant errors or inaccuracies in their published work, they must promptly notify the editor and cooperate in issuing corrections or retractions as necessary.