Peer review is a critical quality-control mechanism in academic publishing. It ensures that only credible, original, and well-founded research is disseminated. In this process, independent experts within the same discipline evaluate submitted manuscripts to determine their authenticity, relevance, and scholarly contribution before they are approved for publication.
Below is a restructured overview of how the peer review process generally unfolds at The Social Archives (TSA). While steps may vary slightly between journals, the overall approach remains consistent in maintaining academic rigor and transparency.
Authors submit their research papers to the journal, typically through an online submission system such as the Open Journal System (OJS) or by email in certain cases.
The editorial team conducts an initial screening to ensure the paper follows the journal’s formatting, referencing, and section requirements. At this stage, the manuscript’s content quality is not yet evaluated.
The Editor-in-Chief (EIC) examines whether the paper aligns with the journal’s focus, objectives, and academic standards. Manuscripts deemed irrelevant, unoriginal, or below quality expectations may be declined without external review.
If the paper passes the initial assessment, it is assigned to a Handling Editor or Associate Editor who oversees the entire peer review process.
The Handling Editor identifies suitable expert reviewers based on their subject knowledge and experience. Invitations are sent out, and reviewers confirm their willingness to participate. Typically, two reviewers are engaged, though this may vary.
Invited reviewers evaluate whether the manuscript fits within their expertise, ensure there are no conflicts of interest, and confirm their availability. If unable to review, they may recommend another qualified expert.
Reviewers conduct a detailed assessment of the manuscript. They read it multiple times, examining the clarity, originality, research design, and contribution to knowledge. Their feedback includes constructive comments and a recommendation such as:
Once all review reports are received, the Handling Editor analyzes them and makes a balanced editorial decision. In cases of conflicting reviews, a third expert opinion may be requested for fairness.
The decision, along with reviewers’ anonymized comments, is sent to the corresponding author. Authors are encouraged to carefully address all feedback and revise their manuscripts as needed.
Through this structured process, The Social Archives (TSA) ensures that every published article meets high standards of accuracy, originality, and academic excellence, contributing meaningfully to the field of Social Sciences.
Chief Editor: Dr. Noman Ahmed Ansari
Discipline: Social Sciences (Miscellaneous)
Frequency: Annually
Publisher: Qlantic Publications
Address: Office #9, 1st Floor, Owais Tower, Opposite to Sheikh Maltoon Double Road, Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
