Effective Date: August 1, 2026
Editorial Policy
At Imkanat, we are committed to advancing authentic scholarship, critical inquiry, and meaningful dialogue through responsible publishing. Our editorial policy reflects the principles of academic integrity, intellectual honesty, fairness, and respect for diverse perspectives. Every submission is evaluated on its scholarly merit, originality, and contribution to knowledge.
Editorial Vision
Imkanat seeks to serve as a trusted platform where researchers, scholars, educators, students, and thoughtful writers engage with contemporary issues through rigorous research and informed discussion. We encourage interdisciplinary scholarship that contributes to intellectual growth, ethical reflection, and constructive public discourse.
Editorial Principles
Our editorial work is guided by the following principles:
- Academic integrity and intellectual honesty
- Originality and authenticity
- Accuracy and factual reliability
- Respectful and evidence-based discussion
- Editorial independence
- Fairness and impartiality
- Transparency in the editorial process
- Commitment to open access and knowledge sharing
Scope of Publication
Imkanat welcomes original contributions in areas including, but not limited to:
- Religious and Islamic Studies
- Philosophy
- Social Sciences
- History
- Education
- Literature
- Public Policy
- Ethics
- Economics
- Science and Technology
- Culture and Civilization
- Contemporary Affairs
- Book Reviews
- Interviews
- Opinion and Analysis
Editorial Review Process
Every submission undergoes an editorial evaluation before publication.
The review process generally includes:
- Initial editorial screening.
- Assessment of originality, relevance, and quality.
- Review for clarity, structure, and language.
- Fact-checking and source verification where applicable.
- Editorial revisions in consultation with the author.
- Final approval by the Editorial Board.
Imkanat currently follows an editorial (non-anonymized) review process conducted by the Editorial Board. A formal single-blind or double-blind peer-review process may be introduced for specific categories of submissions as the journal develops.
The editorial team reserves the right to decline submissions that do not meet the magazine’s standards or editorial objectives.
Originality
Authors must submit original work that has not been previously published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere, unless clearly disclosed and approved by the editorial team.
All submissions may be screened for plagiarism and improper attribution.
Accuracy and Sources
Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of facts, quotations, references, statistics, and citations contained in their work.
Whenever appropriate, claims should be supported by reliable primary or secondary sources.
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are made solely on the basis of scholarly quality, relevance, originality, and adherence to ethical standards.
Neither financial interests, political affiliations, institutional influence, nor personal relationships shall determine editorial decisions.
Respectful Communication
Imkanat encourages rigorous debate while maintaining respectful discourse.
Submissions containing:
- Personal attacks
- Defamatory statements
- Hate speech
- Discrimination
- Harassment
- Misinformation
- Incitement to violence
- Content that threatens the sovereignty, integrity, or security of India, or its friendly relations with foreign States
- Content that promotes enmity or hatred between different religious, racial, linguistic, or regional groups, or disturbs public order
will not be accepted for publication.
Corrections and Updates
If a significant factual error is identified after publication, Imkanat will issue an appropriate correction, clarification, or update as soon as reasonably possible.
Where necessary, published articles may also be withdrawn with an accompanying editorial notice.
Author Responsibility
Authors remain responsible for the opinions, interpretations, and conclusions expressed in their work.
Publication in Imkanat does not necessarily imply endorsement by the Editorial Board or the publisher.
Conflict of Interest
Authors, editors, and reviewers should disclose any financial, institutional, or personal interests that could influence the objectivity of the publication process.
Where a conflict exists, appropriate measures will be taken to ensure an impartial editorial decision.
Open Access Policy
Imkanat is an open-access quarterly digital magazine.
All published content is freely accessible to readers without subscription fees or paywalls. Readers are encouraged to share published material for educational and non-commercial purposes with proper attribution.
Copyright
Authors retain the copyright to their original work unless otherwise agreed.
By publishing with Imkanat, authors grant the magazine a non-exclusive license to publish, archive, distribute, and promote their work across its digital and print platforms while ensuring appropriate attribution.
Editorial Amendments
The Editorial Board reserves the right to revise or update this Editorial Policy whenever necessary to reflect evolving publishing standards, ethical guidelines, or operational requirements.
Contact
For editorial inquiries, manuscript submissions, or questions regarding this policy, please contact:
Editorial Office – Imkanat
Email: info@imkanat.in
Website: www.imkanat.in
Imkanat is committed to fostering a culture of responsible scholarship, intellectual openness, and ethical publishing. Through rigorous editorial standards and constructive dialogue, we aim to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of knowledge and the enrichment of society.