The Review and Editorial Process at Poorvam International Journal of Creative Arts and Cultural Expressions ensures that all submissions are evaluated fairly and rigorously. Our process is designed to maintain the highest standards of academic integrity and quality.

Table of Contents

• 1. Peer Review Process
• 2. Editorial Workflow
• 3. Review Criteria
• 4. Timelines
• 5. Contact Information

1. Peer Review Process

Our journal employs a double-blind peer review process, where both the reviewers and the authors remain anonymous to each other. This ensures impartiality and fairness in the evaluation of submissions.

• Reviewers are selected based on their expertise in the relevant field.
• Each submission is reviewed by at least two independent reviewers.
• Reviewers provide detailed feedback and recommendations for acceptance, revision, or rejection.

2. Editorial Workflow

The editorial workflow involves several stages to ensure the quality and integrity of published articles:

• Initial Screening: The editorial team checks for compliance with submission guidelines and relevance to the journal's scope.
• Peer Review: Submissions are sent to reviewers for evaluation.
• Editorial Decision: Based on reviewer feedback, the editor makes a decision.
• Revision: Authors may revise and resubmit their work.
• Publication: Accepted manuscripts are prepared and published.

3. Review Criteria

Submissions are assessed based on:

• Originality: New insights or approaches.
• Relevance: Alignment with the journal's scope.
• Methodology: Appropriate and well-executed methods.
• Clarity: Clear and organized writing.
• Ethics: Adherence to ethical standards.

4. Timelines

Typical timelines include:

• Initial Screening: 1-2 weeks
• Peer Review: 6-8 weeks
• Revision: 4-6 weeks
• Publication: Next available issue

5. Contact Information

Contact us at editor@poorvam.com for inquiries.