The Indian Journal of Fashion Technology (IJFT) is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and ensuring the originality of all published content. Plagiarism in any form is considered unethical and unacceptable. The following outlines the journal's plagiarism policy:
1. Definition of Plagiarism
Plagiarism is the act of using another person's words, ideas, data, or works without proper acknowledgment or permission and presenting them as one's own. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Direct copying of text from other sources without proper citation
• Paraphrasing substantial parts of another's work without appropriate attribution
• Self-plagiarism, which involves reusing one's own previously published work without disclosure or citation
• Unattributed use of materials from any source, including figures, tables, and data
2. Submission and Screening
All manuscripts submitted to the Indian Journal of Fashion Technology (IJFT) are subjected to plagiarism screening using reputable plagiarism detection software. This initial screening aims to identify any potential instances of plagiarism before the peer review process begins.
3. Authors' Responsibility
Authors are responsible for ensuring that their work is original and free from plagiarism. By submitting a manuscript to the journal, authors certify that:
• The manuscript is their original work
• Proper citations and acknowledgments have been provided for all sources used
• The manuscript has not been previously published or submitted elsewhere
4. Consequences of Plagiarism
If plagiarism is detected at any stage—before or after publication—the following actions may be taken:
• Immediate rejection of the submitted manuscript
• Withdrawal of the published article from the journal's website and databases
• Notification to the author's institution or employer
• Blacklisting the author(s) from future submissions to the journal
5. Reporting Plagiarism
The journal encourages readers and reviewers to report any suspected cases of plagiarism. Reports can be submitted to the editorial board with supporting evidence. All reports will be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate actions will be taken based on the findings.
6. Ethical Considerations
The journal adheres to the guidelines and best practices outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) for addressing and handling plagiarism. All cases of suspected plagiarism are investigated confidentially, and the rights of all parties involved are respected.
7. Prevention Measures
The journal takes proactive measures to prevent plagiarism by:
• Educating authors about the importance of originality and proper citation practices
• Using advanced plagiarism detection tools to screen all submissions
• Promoting ethical writing and research practices through editorial policies and guidelines