Critical Imprints upholds the highest standards of ethical behavior in all aspects of its publication process. The journal is committed to ensuring integrity, transparency, and accountability in scholarly publishing. The following principles guide its ethical practices:

For Authors

1. Originality and Plagiarism

   • Submissions must be original works of the author(s) and must not have been published elsewhere.
   • Proper acknowledgment of all sources and references is mandatory.
   • The journal employs plagiarism detection tools to ensure originality.

2. Authorship

   • All listed authors must have made a significant contribution to the research and writing of the manuscript.
   • Any changes in authorship after submission must be justified and approved by all co-authors.

3. Conflict of Interest

   • Authors must disclose any financial or non-financial conflicts of interest that could influence the research or its interpretation.

4. Data Accuracy and Transparency

   • Authors are responsible for the accuracy of data and must retain raw data for verification if required.

For Editors

1. Fair and Unbiased Decisions

   • Editors are responsible for ensuring fair and unbiased evaluation of all submissions.
   • Editorial decisions are based solely on the academic merit and relevance of the submission.

2. Confidentiality

   • Editors must maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and must not disclose information to anyone outside the peer-review process.

3. Conflict of Interest

   • Editors must recuse themselves from processing manuscripts where a conflict of interest exists.

For Reviewers

1. Objectivity and Constructive Feedback

   • Reviews must be conducted objectively, providing constructive feedback to improve the quality of the manuscript.

2. Timeliness

   • Reviewers must adhere to the agreed deadlines and promptly inform the editor if unable to complete the review.

3. Confidentiality

   • Manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential and not shared with others without prior permission.

4. Disclosure of Conflicts

   • Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest and decline to review if impartiality cannot be maintained.

For the Publisher

1. Integrity and Transparency

   • The Department of English, Loreto College, ensures that the publication process adheres to the principles of academic integrity and transparency.

2. Addressing Misconduct

   • Cases of suspected research or publication misconduct are investigated thoroughly, and appropriate actions are taken, including retraction if necessary.

3. Archiving and Accessibility

   • The journal ensures long-term accessibility and preservation of its published content.

Critical Imprints adheres to the COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines and encourages all stakeholders to comply with these principles to maintain the integrity of scholarly communication.