Submission Guidelines

Author Guidelines

The IJRDO Journal of Philosophy, Culture and Religious Study is pleased to have you in mind as a research contributor. To make the submission process simple and clear, we have outlined everything you need to know below.

Our objective is to help you present your work in the most effective manner while maintaining high academic standards.

Getting Started

Before submitting your manuscript, please ensure that:

  • ✔ You have original and unpublished work.
  • ✔ It is not under review elsewhere.
  • ✔ The final version has been approved by all co-authors.
  • ✔ The subject matter aligns with the aims and scope of the journal.

Taking a few minutes to review these points can help avoid delays.

How to Structure Your Manuscript

A strong paper creates a strong first impression. We recommend including:

Title Page

  • Title of the manuscript
  • Author name(s)
  • Institutional affiliation(s)
  • Email of the corresponding author

Abstract (150–250 words)
Summary of the purpose, method, and findings of your study.

Keywords (4–6 words)
Use clear terms reflecting the major themes of your study.

Main Sections

Structure may vary by discipline, but most papers include:

  • Introduction
  • Literature Review (where necessary)
  • Methodology
  • Results / Analysis
  • Discussion
  • Conclusion

References: Ensure all cited sources are complete and consistently formatted.

Formatting Requirements

To maintain consistency across publications:

Submit in DOC or DOCX format
Use Times New Roman, 12 pt
Use regular spacing and margins
Number pages consecutively
Label tables and figures clearly

Clean formatting allows reviewers to focus on the quality of your research.

Ethical Responsibilities

  • Avoid plagiarism in any form
  • Present data truthfully and transparently
  • Report any conflict of interest
  • Provide ethical approval statements where required

Manuscripts failing ethical standards may be rejected.

The Submission Process

  1. Log in or register in the journal submission system
  2. Upload manuscript and supplementary files
  3. Enter author information
  4. Confirm journal policies are followed
  5. Submit your manuscript

A confirmation will be sent after successful submission.

After Submission

Here’s what happens next:

Initial Editorial Screening
Double-Blind Peer Review
Revision (if required)
Final Decision & Publication

We maintain timely communication throughout the process and value coherence, originality, novelty, and substance. These guidelines will help your research move smoothly through review and reach readers worldwide.