Indian Studies Review is committed to maintaining the accuracy, transparency, and integrity of the scholarly record. The journal publishes corrections, retractions, and expressions of concern whenever necessary and does so in a timely manner. Where relevant, the journal follows the principles and best-practice recommendations of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Corrections

A correction notice will be issued by Indian Studies Review when a published article contains significant errors that materially affect the interpretation, reliability, or understanding of the work. This includes, but is not limited to, errors in data, analysis, figures, tables, or author and article metadata (such as author names or affiliations).
All correction notices will be formally published and clearly linked to the original article to ensure transparency for readers.
In exceptional circumstances, the journal may correct and republish the original article itself. When this occurs, a separate correction notice will also be issued to document the nature and extent of the changes made.
Authors who identify an error in their published work and believe a correction may be required should contact the editorial office with full details, including the journal name, complete article citation, and a clear description of the issue.
Minor typographical or formatting errors that do not affect the scholarly integrity or conclusions of the article may be noted through post-publication comments, where applicable.

Retractions and Expressions of Concern

Articles may be retracted when serious issues are identified that invalidate the findings or compromise the integrity of the work, such as research misconduct, unethical practices, plagiarism, or major methodological flaws. In cases where an investigation is ongoing but unresolved, Indian Studies Review may issue an expression of concern to alert readers.

All retraction notices will clearly state the reasons for retraction and will remain permanently linked to the original article.

CrossMark

Indian Studies Review supports initiatives that help readers identify the most current and reliable version of published research. The journal intends to participate in CrossMark or similar services that provide updates on article status, corrections, and retractions.

Manuscript Withdrawal Policy

Indian Studies Review upholds the highest standards of academic ethics and publishing integrity. Authors submitting manuscripts to the journal are expected to demonstrate the same level of responsibility and ethical conduct.
Manuscript withdrawal after submission is discouraged, particularly when requests are made at advanced stages of peer review or production. Late withdrawals consume significant editorial, reviewer, and administrative resources and undermine the scholarly publication process.

To minimize unnecessary withdrawals, authors—especially the corresponding author and guarantor of submission—are strongly advised to consider the following before submitting a manuscript:

• Carefully verify that all data, facts, and analyses presented are accurate and free from errors.
• Ensure that all content represents the authors’ original work or is used with proper authorization and written permission, in accordance with institutional and legal requirements.
• Confirm that all listed authors agree with the content, interpretation, and conclusions of the manuscript. Any disagreements should be resolved prior to submission.
• Finalize authorship details, including author order and individual contributions, before submission.
• Inform all co-authors of the journal to which the manuscript is being submitted and provide them with the final version of the manuscript.
• Obtain unanimous agreement from all authors regarding the choice of journal.
• Submit the manuscript to only one journal at a time. Simultaneous or duplicate submissions are strictly prohibited.
• If the manuscript has been previously submitted elsewhere, ensure it has been formally withdrawn before submitting it to Indian Studies Review.

Withdrawal Requests

A manuscript may be withdrawn at any stage of the review or publication process only for compelling and unavoidable reasons. Requests for withdrawal must be submitted to the editorial office for consideration.
To initiate a withdrawal, authors must submit a completed Article Change Form, signed by all authors, clearly stating the reason for withdrawal. This form can be obtained from the editorial office of Indian Studies Review.

A manuscript will not be considered withdrawn until:
• The completed and signed form has been received, and
• The applicable withdrawal fee (50% of the article processing charge) has been paid.
Authors should not assume that a manuscript has been withdrawn unless they receive formal written confirmation from the editorial office.

Non-Responsiveness

If authors fail to respond to repeated communications from the editorial office at any stage of the publication process, Indian Studies Review reserves the right to take appropriate action, including disclosure of the authors’ conduct and manuscript status. The journal will not be held responsible for any consequences arising from such actions.