Journal Overview

1. What is Khoinchha’s mission?   
   Khoinchha is committed to fostering global knowledge exchange and academic excellence by providing a pioneering platform for innovative research. Launched in 2023, we transcend linguistic and disciplinary boundaries, celebrating Bharatiya scholarship while empowering researchers worldwide.

2. How often is Khoinchha published?      
   Khoinchha is a biannual journal, publishing issues in June and December each year.

3. When did Khoinchha begin publication?
   The journal commenced publication in 2023.

4. What disciplines does Khoinchha cover? 
   Khoinchha embraces a multidisciplinary scope, including humanities, social sciences, arts, law, and more, encouraging diverse and interdisciplinary dialogue.

5. How does Khoinchha conduct its peer-review process? 
   We uphold a rigorous double-blind peer-review process, where expert reviewers evaluate manuscripts anonymously to ensure impartiality and excellence.

6. What criteria are used to evaluate manuscripts?
   Manuscripts are assessed based on originality, methodology, data analysis, interpretation, clarity, conciseness, and significance to the field.

7. How transparent is Khoinchha about its peer-review process?
   We prioritize transparency by providing authors with detailed reviewer feedback and a clear rationale for editorial decisions, aligned with COPE guidelines.

8. What is the timeline for the peer-review process?
   The process typically spans 16–20 weeks, though this may vary depending on manuscript complexity and reviewer availability.

9. How does Khoinchha contribute to open science practices?   
   We promote open access, encourage data sharing, and utilize a transparent double-blind peer-review process to enhance reproducibility and global collaboration.

10. What is the significance of Khoinchha’s commitment to ethical publishing?
    Khoinchha adheres to the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines, ensuring integrity in authorship, peer review, and misconduct handling, fostering a trustworthy research ecosystem.

Manuscript Submission

11. Can I submit my manuscript in a language other than English?
    Yes, we welcome submissions in Bharatiya languages (e.g., Sanskrit, Hindi, Bangla, Bhojpuri, Telugu) alongside English to reflect cultural and academic diversity.

12. What is the preferred manuscript format for submission?    
    Submit manuscripts electronically in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format, adhering to our Submission Template, with a maximum file size of 10 MB.

13. Are there specific guidelines for research paper submissions? 
    Yes, research papers should range from 2,500 to 5,000 words (excluding references) and include sections for abstract, introduction, methodology, results, discussion, and conclusion, per our guidelines.

14. How should I address conflicts of interest in my submission?
    Authors must disclose any potential conflicts (e.g., financial, personal, professional) in a separate statement submitted with the manuscript.

15. Is there a word limit for book reviews? 
    Yes, book reviews should be between 700 and 2,000 words, structured with an introduction, summary, critical analysis, and conclusion.

16. Can I include supplementary materials with my submission?
    Yes, supplementary materials (e.g., data sets, figures, detailed methods) can be included as appendices or shared via repositories, supporting our open science commitment.

17. Is simultaneous submission allowed?    
    No, we accept only original, unpublished work and do not permit simultaneous submissions to other journals.

18. How are appeals to editorial decisions handled?
    Authors may submit a written appeal to khoinchha@gmail.com, outlining their concerns for reconsideration by the editorial team.

19. Is there a maximum file size for submission?   
    Yes, submissions must not exceed 10 MB, including all supplementary materials.

20. What happens after submitting my manuscript?
    After submission to khoinchha@gmail.com, your manuscript enters the double-blind peer-review process (16–20 weeks), and you’ll receive an editorial decision via email.

Ethical Considerations

21. How does Khoinchha handle plagiarism?
    We enforce a strict zero-tolerance policy aligned with UGC guidelines, using tools like Turnitin to ensure originality (10% similarity threshold, excluding references), with rejection or retraction for violations.

22. What ethical guidelines does Khoinchha follow for authorship?
    We adhere to ICMJE criteria, requiring substantial contributions (e.g., design, analysis) from all listed authors, detailed in an Author Contributions Statement.

23. What should be included in an Author Contributions Statement?    
    The statement must specify each author’s role in conception, design, data collection, analysis, interpretation, drafting, or revising the manuscript.

24. How are conflicts of interest managed during the review process?   
    Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose conflicts; affected parties are excluded from decision-making (e.g., reassigning reviewers) to maintain impartiality.

25. How does Khoinchha handle allegations of research misconduct?    
    We investigate allegations (e.g., plagiarism, data fabrication) thoroughly per COPE protocols, ensuring fairness and transparency for all involved parties.

Open Access and Licensing

26. What is Khoinchha’s approach to open access publishing?    
    Khoinchha is fully open access, making all content freely available at www.khoinchha.in upon publication to accelerate knowledge dissemination globally.

27. Are there publication fees for authors? 
    No, we charge no fees (e.g., APCs), ensuring equitable access for all researchers, supported by our volunteer team.

28. How does Khoinchha contribute to open science practices?   
    We encourage data sharing, provide open access to all content, and maintain a transparent peer-review process to foster collaboration and reproducibility.

29. What is the significance of the CC BY-NC 4.0 license used by Khoinchha? 
    The Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 license allows non-commercial reuse with attribution, balancing wide access with author recognition.

30. How can authors request additional rights for commercial use?
    Authors may contact khoinchha@gmail.com to negotiate additional rights, including commercial use, via separate agreements.

Miscellaneous

31. Can I submit work previously presented at conferences?       
    Yes, if it remains unpublished elsewhere (e.g., not in proceedings), it is eligible for submission.

32. How does Khoinchha acknowledge author contributions in publications?   
    Contributions are detailed in the published manuscript via the Author Contributions Statement.

33. What is the recommended font size for manuscripts? 
    Use Unicode fonts (Arial Unicode MS for Bharatiya languages, Times New Roman for English), size 12, with 1.5 line spacing.

34. Is there a specific structure for book reviews? 
    Yes, include an introduction, summary of the book’s arguments, critical analysis of strengths and weaknesses, and a conclusion.

35. How does Khoinchha handle supplementary data in submissions?   
    Supplementary data (e.g., datasets, tools) can be included in appendices or linked to external repositories, per our open science guidelines.

36. What citation format should I use for references?       
    Use APA style, with a minimum of 15 references listed alphabetically.

37. How are conflicts of interest disclosed by authors?     
    Submit a separate statement with your manuscript detailing any potential conflicts influencing the research.

38. Can I use figures and graphs in my research paper?  
    Yes, include numbered and clearly labeled figures, tables, or graphs to support your findings, ensuring proper citation if sourced externally.

39. What is the peer-review timeline for book reviews?    
    Like research papers, book reviews undergo double-blind peer review, typically taking 16–20 weeks.

Journal Operations

40. How often are accepted manuscripts published?
    Accepted manuscripts appear in the next biannual issue (June or December) following peer review completion.

41. Does Khoinchha organize conferences or events?
    We may host academic events like conferences or workshops; details will be shared via www.khoinchha.in and official channels.

42. How can authors stay updated on Khoinchha’s activities?     
    Visit www.khoinchha.in or contact khoinchha@gmail.com for updates on publications and events.

43. Can authors request a certificate of publication?
    Yes, authors receive a certificate upon publication; request it via khoinchha@gmail.com if needed.

44. How does Khoinchha address concerns about research integrity?    
    We investigate concerns (e.g., authorship disputes, data issues) per COPE guidelines, ensuring ethical standards are upheld.

45. Is Khoinchha associated with any academic societies or organizations?       
    We may collaborate with academic bodies to advance scholarship; specific partnerships will be announced as they develop.

46. How does Khoinchha handle corrections and retractions?     
    Corrections or retractions are issued transparently with explanations, following COPE guidelines, and updated on www.khoinchha.in.

47. Can authors propose special issues or themed collections?    
    Yes, submit proposals to khoinchha@gmail.com; they’ll be evaluated for relevance, merit, and alignment with our mission.