Guidelines for Reviewers
Guidelines for Reviewers
Review Criteria
Reviewers at IJULR are selected based on their subject-matter expertise and are expected to evaluate manuscripts objectively using the following criteria:
- Originality and Innovation: Does the paper contribute new insights to the field?
- Relevance: Is the work relevant to law and allied disciplines?
- Clarity and Structure: Is the manuscript well-organized and clearly written?
- Depth of Research: Are the arguments well-supported with proper referencing?
Scoring System
Each reviewer scores the manuscript on a scale of 1 to 5. The combined score out of 10 determines the outcome:
- Score 6 or above: Manuscript proceeds to final acceptance and publication.
- Score below 6: Manuscript may be returned for revision or rejected.
Confidentiality
All reviewers must maintain strict confidentiality. Manuscripts under review must not be shared with or discussed with any outside parties. Reviewer identities are kept anonymous from authors at all times.
Conflict of Interest
Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, including personal relationships with authors or financial ties related to the research topic. If a conflict exists, the reviewer should recuse themselves from the review.