Shivaanya Publications is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity in scholarly publishing. As part of our commitment to promoting responsible research practices and ensuring the welfare and rights of all individuals involved in the publication process, we have established a comprehensive ethical oversight policy in accordance with the guidelines outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). This policy encompasses a range of ethical considerations, including consent to publication, publication on vulnerable populations, ethical conduct of research using animals and human subjects, handling confidential data, and ethical business/marketing practices.
Authors submitting manuscripts to Shivaanya Publications are required to ensure that all individuals mentioned in the manuscript have given their consent to be named as authors, contributors, or participants in the research study. This includes obtaining informed consent from human subjects and participants, as well as ensuring that appropriate permissions have been obtained for the use of any copyrighted materials, images, or data included in the manuscript. Authors should also disclose any potential conflicts of interest or competing interests that may influence their objectivity or the interpretation of the research findings.
Shivaanya Publications recognizes the importance of protecting the rights and welfare of vulnerable populations, including children, elderly individuals, individuals with disabilities, and other marginalized or disadvantaged groups. Authors conducting research involving vulnerable populations are expected to adhere to the highest ethical standards and to obtain informed consent from participants or their legal guardians in accordance with applicable regulations and guidelines. Moreover, authors should ensure that their research respects the dignity, autonomy, and well-being of vulnerable individuals and that any potential risks or harms are minimized or mitigated to the greatest extent possible.
Research involving animals must be conducted in accordance with established ethical principles and regulatory guidelines to ensure the humane and ethical treatment of animals and to minimize any potential pain, suffering, or distress. Authors conducting research involving animals are expected to comply with relevant regulations and guidelines, including obtaining approval from institutional animal care and use committees (IACUCs) or ethics review boards, following appropriate standards of animal care and housing, and ensuring that experimental procedures are conducted with the highest standards of professionalism and scientific rigor.
Research involving human subjects must be conducted in accordance with established ethical principles and regulatory guidelines to ensure the protection of participants’ rights, safety, and welfare. Authors conducting research involving human subjects are expected to obtain informed consent from participants, protect their privacy and confidentiality, minimize any potential risks or harms, and ensure that participants have the right to withdraw from the study at any time without penalty. Moreover, authors should obtain approval from institutional review boards (IRBs) or ethics committees and comply with applicable regulations and guidelines governing research involving human subjects, including the Declaration of Helsinki and the Belmont Report.
Shivaanya Publications recognizes the importance of safeguarding the confidentiality and privacy of sensitive or confidential data and information. Authors, reviewers, editors, and other individuals involved in the publication process are expected to handle confidential data with the utmost care and to comply with relevant laws, regulations, and institutional policies governing data protection and privacy. Any confidential data or information disclosed in the manuscript should be anonymized or de-identified to protect the privacy and confidentiality of individuals involved in the research study. Moreover, authors should obtain any necessary permissions or approvals for the use of confidential data and should disclose any potential risks or limitations associated with the use of such data in the manuscript.
Shivaanya Publications is committed to conducting business and marketing practices in an ethical, transparent, and responsible manner. We adhere to the highest standards of professionalism, honesty, and integrity in all aspects of our operations, including advertising, promotion, sales, and customer relations. We do not engage in deceptive, fraudulent, or unethical practices, and we strive to maintain the trust and confidence of our authors, readers, reviewers, and other stakeholders. Moreover, we comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards governing business and marketing practices, and we continuously monitor and evaluate our practices to ensure compliance and adherence to ethical principles.
Shivaanya Publications is dedicated to promoting ethical conduct and integrity in scholarly publishing. By implementing a comprehensive ethical oversight policy in accordance with COPE guidelines, we aim to ensure the protection of participants’ rights, safety, and welfare, the responsible conduct of research involving animals and human subjects, the protection of confidential data and information, and the adherence to ethical business/marketing practices.
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