Archiving Policy

At Indus Journal of Law and Social Sciences, we understand the importance of preserving scholarly work for future generations and ensuring accessibility to valuable research. Our archiving policy is designed to uphold the highest standards of preservation, accessibility, and dissemination of knowledge.

1. Preservation:
We are committed to the long-term preservation of all published content in the Indus Journal of Law and Social Sciences. To achieve this, we employ state-of-the-art digital archiving technologies and collaborate with trusted archiving partners to ensure the integrity and accessibility of our archives.

2. Accessibility:
Our archives are freely accessible to researchers, scholars, students, and the general public worldwide. We believe that unrestricted access to scholarly work fosters academic inquiry, promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, and advances the progress of knowledge across diverse fields of study.

3. Digital Archiving Standards:
We adhere to international standards and best practices for digital archiving to safeguard the longevity and authenticity of our archives. Our digital preservation strategies encompass robust backup systems, metadata standards, file formats, and migration protocols to ensure the ongoing accessibility and usability of archived content.

4. Open Access Policy:
All content published in the Indus Journal of Law and Social Sciences is openly accessible under a Creative Commons license, which permits users to read, download, copy, distribute, and reuse the content for non-commercial purposes, provided appropriate credit is given to the original authors and source.

5. Collaboration with Archiving Partners:
We collaborate with reputable archiving organizations and digital repositories to enhance the visibility and discoverability of our archives. Through these partnerships, we extend the reach of our scholarly content and contribute to the global dissemination of knowledge.

6. Persistent Identifiers:
Each article published in the Indus Journal of Law and Social Sciences is assigned a unique Digital Object Identifier (DOI), ensuring its persistent identification and citability over time. DOIs facilitate accurate referencing and citation of scholarly work, thereby enhancing its impact and visibility within the academic community.

7. Continuous Improvement:
We are committed to continuously improving our archiving policies and practices in response to evolving technological advancements and community feedback. By staying abreast of emerging trends and innovations in digital preservation, we strive to uphold the highest standards of archival integrity and accessibility.