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Plagiarism Policy

The International Journal of Language, Linguistics, Literature and Education (IJLLLE) is a peer-reviewed, refereed, multidisciplinary online research journal that strictly adheres to ethical publishing practices as per UGC guidelines and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) standards. Maintaining research integrity and originality is fundamental to the journal’s mission, and plagiarism prevention is a key aspect of this commitment. Plagiarism, in any form, is considered a serious academic offense. Authors submitting manuscripts to IJLLLE must ensure that their work is original and free from any form of plagiarism. All submissions undergo thorough similarity checks to maintain the highest level of academic integrity.

If a manuscript is suspected of plagiarism at any stage—even after publication—the author must clarify within one week. Without a reasonable explanation, the manuscript will be rejected and removed from the system. Any future submissions from the same author may be blocked.

Definition of Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the use of another author's work, ideas, or expressions without proper citation and acknowledgment. It includes but is not limited to:

  • Direct Plagiarism: Copying another author's work verbatim without citation.
  • Self-Plagiarism (Redundant Publication): Reusing one's own previously published work without proper attribution or permission.
  • Paraphrased Plagiarism: Rewriting someone else's ideas without proper credit.
  • Mosaic Plagiarism: Mixing copied phrases from multiple sources without citation.
  • Improper Citation: Failing to cite sources correctly, leading to misrepresentation.

Example of Plagiarism

  • Copying and pasting from the Internet without proper citation.
  • Claiming another person's research as your own.
  • Copying exact wording from another text.
  • Using another's photos, diagrams, tables, sounds, or ideas without citation.
  • Presenting research in your own words without references.
  • Purchasing another's text and submitting as your own.
  • Using the same format and order as the source without credit.

Similarity Score and Acceptable Limits

IJLLLE follows UGC guidelines regarding similarity thresholds. Standard similarity score limits are:

  • Below 10% – Acceptable; considered original work.

Plagiarism Detection Process

  • Initial Screening: All manuscripts undergo a plagiarism check using reliable software.
  • Editorial Review: The editorial board evaluates the similarity report for proper citation and acceptable limits.
  • Decision Making: Manuscripts within acceptable limits proceed to peer review; those exceeding limits are returned or rejected.
  • Reevaluation After Revisions: Revised manuscripts are rechecked before final acceptance.

Consequences of Plagiarism

  • Pre-Publication: Manuscript may be revised or rejected based on similarity score.
  • Post-Publication: Manuscript may be retracted; authors may be blacklisted; affiliated institutions may be notified.

IJLLLE reserves the right to take strict action against unethical research practices.

Important Points

  • Give proper credit to references.
  • Mention all sources of information.
  • Provide acknowledgments and footnotes.
  • Avoid paraphrasing without proper citation.
  • Seek permission for extensive quotations.
  • Seek permission for reusing your previously published content.
  • Seek permission for use of published illustrations.
AI-Generated Content Policy

IJLLLE is committed to maintaining high standards of academic integrity. With the increasing use of AI tools, clear guidelines regulate their use in research and publications, aligned with UGC and COPE standards.

➤ Definition of AI-Generated Content:

Content created, edited, or modified using AI tools such as:

  • Generative AI models (e.g., ChatGPT, GPT-4, Bard, DeepL, Jasper AI, etc.)
  • AI-assisted writing tools (e.g., Grammarly, Quillbot, Hemingway, etc.)
  • AI-generated research analysis (e.g., Scite, Elicit, SciSpace, etc.)
  • AI-powered data visualization or image generation (e.g., DALL•E, Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, etc.)
➤ Acceptable AI Use:
  • AI tools may assist in language, grammar, or formatting only.
  • Main research findings and conclusions must be the author’s original work.
  • AI-generated content must be labeled and cited.
  • AI usage must be disclosed in methodology or acknowledgments.
➤ Prohibited AI Use:
  • Do not generate the entire manuscript using AI.
  • Do not use AI-generated citations or references.
  • Do not manipulate AI content to mimic original research.
  • Do not bypass plagiarism checks with AI content.
  • Failure to disclose AI use is prohibited.
➤ Disclosure Requirements:
  • State AI use in methodology or acknowledgments.
  • Confirm AI did not contribute to critical research analysis.
  • Declare authors’ responsibility for accuracy and originality.
➤ Editorial Guidelines:
  • Check for plagiarism and AI-generated content.
  • Ensure research findings are original.
  • Reject manuscripts if AI generated key content.
  • Request clarification if AI use is suspected but undeclared.
➤ Consequences:
  • Manuscript rejection for undisclosed AI use.
  • Retraction of published work violating AI policy.
  • Blacklisting of authors for repeated violations.
  • Notification to affiliated institutions in severe cases.
➤ Ethical Considerations:

This policy will be periodically reviewed as AI technology evolves. By submitting to IJLLLE, authors agree to comply with this AI-Generated Content Policy and uphold high standards of research integrity.