Publication Ethics

Literatia Cendekia (LICE) is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and academic integrity. The journal adheres to ethical guidelines established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and expects all parties involved in the publication process authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher to comply with these principles.

Duties of Authors

Authors submitting manuscripts to Literatia Cendekia must ensure that their work is original, has not been previously published, and is not under consideration for publication elsewhere. All sources must be appropriately cited, and any form of plagiarism, data fabrication, or falsification is strictly prohibited. Authors are required to accurately present their research findings and provide sufficient detail to allow for replication.

Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made a significant contribution to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the study. All co-authors must approve the final version of the manuscript and agree to its submission. Any potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise, must be clearly disclosed.

Duties of Editors

Editors are responsible for making publication decisions based on the scholarly merit of the manuscript, its relevance to the journal’s scope, and its contribution to academic discourse. Editorial decisions must be made fairly and impartially, without discrimination based on the authors’ institutional affiliation, nationality, gender, or personal beliefs.

Editors must maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and ensure a transparent and rigorous peer-review process. Any conflicts of interest that may arise during the editorial process must be disclosed, and editors should recuse themselves from handling manuscripts where such conflicts exist.

Duties of Reviewers

Reviewers play a critical role in maintaining the quality of published research. They are expected to conduct reviews objectively, constructively, and within the agreed timeframe. Manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential documents and should not be shared or discussed with others without authorization.

Reviewers should identify relevant published work that has not been cited and report any suspected ethical misconduct, including plagiarism or redundant publication, to the editors. Any conflicts of interest must be declared prior to accepting a review assignment.

Ethical Oversight and Misconduct

Literatia Cendekia takes all allegations of publication misconduct seriously. Suspected cases of ethical violations will be investigated in accordance with COPE guidelines. Where misconduct is confirmed, the journal may take appropriate actions, including rejection of the manuscript, retraction of published articles, or notification to the authors’ affiliated institutions.

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

By fostering transparency, accountability, and integrity in scholarly publishing, Literatia Cendekia (LICE) aims to contribute to a responsible and trustworthy academic publishing environment that supports the advancement of knowledge and ethical research practices.