Editorial Policies

Focus and Scope

Jurnal Diya al-Afkar is published by department of Quranic Studies, Islamic State University Syekh Nurjati Cirebon. The journal accepts submissions of manuscripts from any issues related to quranic and hadith studies, such as 'Ulūm al-Quran, 'Ulūm al-Hadith, Tafsir al-Qur'an, Living Quran, contemporary perspective on quranic and hadith studies.

 

Jurnal Diya al-Afkar diterbitkan oleh Program Studi Ilmu al-Qur'an dan Tafsir IAIN Syekh Nurjati Cirebon. Jurnal ini menerima artikel-artikel dari berbagai isu berkaitan dengan kajian al-Quran dan Hadis, seperti 'Ulum al-Quran, 'Ulum al-Hadith, Tafsir, Living al-Quran, pemikiran kontemporer terhadap kajian al-Qur'an dan Hadis, dan sebagainya.

 

Section Policies

Articles

Checked Open Submissions Checked Indexed Checked Peer Reviewed
 

Peer Review Process

Some policies in the review of Diya al-Afkar: Jurnal Studi al-Qur'an dan al-Hadis:

  1. The reviewers will review the submitted article that follow the guidelines and template of the journal provided
  2. The review process in this journal employs a double-blind peer-review, which means that both the reviewer and author identities are concealed from the reviewers, and vice versa.
  3. In the review process, the article will be reviewed by at least two reviewers to ensure the quality of the article.
  4. In the review process, the reviewers ensure the quality of the articles of its title, abstract, discussion and conclusion. Besides, the reviewers also address the novelty and its contribution to the scientific discussion and verify the plagiarism and ethics of publication.
  5. The reviewer also provide feedback on whether the article is accepted, rejected or need minor or major revision.

Reviewers are required to recommend a particular course of action, but should bear in mind that the other reviewers of a particular manuscript may have different technical expertise and/or views, and the editors may have to make a decision based on conflicting advice. The most useful reports, therefore, provide the editors with the information upon which a decision should be based, setting out the arguments for and against publication.

Editorial decisions are not a matter of counting votes or numerical rank assessments, and we do not always follow the majority recommendation. We try to evaluate the strength of the arguments raised by each reviewer and by the authors, and may also consider other information not available to either party. Our primary responsibilities are to our readers and to the scientific community at large, and in deciding how best to serve them we must weigh the claims of each manuscript against the many others also under consideration.

We may return to reviewers for further advice, particularly in cases where they disagree with each other, or where the authors believe they have been misunderstood on points of fact. We therefore ask that reviewers should be willing to provide follow-up advice as requested. We are very aware, however, that reviewers are usually reluctant to be drawn into prolonged disputes, so we try to keep consultation to the minimum as we judge necessary to provide a fair hearing for the authors.

 

Open Access Policy

This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.

 

PUBLICATION ETHICS

Diya al-Afkar: Jurnal Studi al-Qur'an dan al-Hadis is committed to maintaining the integrity of all published works. Articles that has been published, it will not be altered or removed from electronic or print platforms. Publication in electronic form is considered the final and complete, changes will only be made under exceptional circumstances. The final decision regarding publication corrections rests with the Chief of Redaction. Any changes will be communicated and require the author's approval. If authors identify errors in their published work, they must immediately notify the journal for necessary corrections. These corrections must be accompanied by a statement of agreement from all authors. In cases of disagreement, the corresponding author must provide documentation of communication with the dissenting party.

 

Corrections made by Diya al-Afkar: Jurnal Studi al-Qur'an dan al-Hadis fall into four categories: First, errata published to correct errors that occur during the production process and have an impact on the scientific integrity, publication record and reutation of the authors. Second, corrigenda  applied when an author identifies an error in their published article, with the publisher's consideration of its relevance to maintaining scientific accuracy in the article. Third, addenda is corrections as an additional information added that has been through peer review, due to responses to requests for clarification from readers. These corrections must not contradict the original publication but may include significant information that was omitted from the initial publication. Fourth, retraction is a correction made because it is proven to be invalid due to violations of publication ethics, including: plagiarism, data manipulation, or invalid claims of authorship. All authors must agree to the article’s retraction. If the agreement is not reached, the journal still has the right to publish the retraction by stating the differences. Retracted articles will be marked as "Retracted" in the online documents, and in certain cases, articles may be completely removed if they violate the law, contain defamatory content, or pose a significant risk. If there is a publication above, but evidence is not yet available, the editors can publish an Expression of Concern to warn the readers. This notice may later be updated to a retraction or a statement of rehabilitation if convincing evidence emerges.

Through this correction policy, Diya al-Afkar: Jurnal Studi al-Qur'an dan al-Hadis ensures that all published works maintain scientific credibility and meets academic ethical standards. This policy not only protects authors' rights but also upholds reader trust in the accuracy of the information presented. By implementing transparent procedures based on academic principles, the journal is committed to addressing both technical and substantive errors fairly and responsibly.

Publication Ethics for Journal Editors

  1. Editorial Responsibility: Editors are accountable for all content published in the journal, ensuring it aligns with academic integrity and ethical standards, in consultation with the editorial board.
  2. Content Quality and Corrections: Editors must evaluate the quality of submitted materials and should be willing to issue corrections or clarifications when necessary.
  3. Legal Compliance: Editors must ensure adherence to legal requirements, particularly those related to defamation, intellectual property, and plagiarism.
  4. Fair and Impartial Decision-Making: Editors must maintain fairness and objectivity in their decisions, without discrimination based on gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, or political views.
  5. Confidentiality: Editorial team members must not disclose any information related to submitted articles without the author's explicit consent.
  6. Integrity in Handling Submissions: Editors must promptly return any rejected articles and ensure they are not used for personal purposes.
  7. Guidance for Authors and Reviewers: Editors should provide clear instructions to authors and reviewers regarding expectations and responsibilities in the publication process.

By adhering to these ethical principles, Diya al-Afkar: Jurnal Studi al-Qur'an dan al-Hadis strives to maintain academic integrity and contribute to the advancement of Qur’anic studies.

Publication Ethics For Reviewers

 

Reviewers assist editors in making editorial decisions on submitted papers/articles

  1. Reviewer is responsible for the review recommendations
  2. Review of paper is done objectively and supported by clear arguments.
  3. A reviewer is responsible for quotes, references, and plagiarism for articles reviewed.
  4. Reviewer keeps the confidentiality of information for personal gain.

The Responsibilities of author

  1. The author must present his or her article of thought or research, honestly, and without plagiarism, and data manipulation.
  2. The author is responsible for the submitted confirmation of the articles that have been written.
  3. The author must comply with the requirements of the publication in the form of originality of the work, not plagiarism, and the paper/article has not been published in other journals or publications.
  4. The author points out the references of the cited opinions and works of others
  5. The author writes the paper or article ethically, honestly and responsibly, by applicable scientific authorship rules.
  6. Authors are prohibited from sending/publishing the same article in more than one journal or publication.
  7. The author does not object if the paper goes through editing without changing the substance or basic idea of writing.

The Responsibilities of Publisher

The Qur’anic and Tafsir Studies Program, as the publisher of Diya al-Afkar: Jurnal Studi al-Qur'an dan al-Hadis, is responsible for overseeing the publication process, including editing, peer review, and layout, in accordance with the standards of scientific journal publishing.

As the publisher, the Qur’anic and Tafsir Studies Program is committed to ensuring academic freedom for editors and reviewers in performing their duties. Additionally, the publisher is responsible for maintaining privacy, protecting intellectual property and copyright, and upholding editorial independence.

 

AUTHOR FEES

This journal charges the following author fees.

Article Publication: Rp. 500.000. (IDR)

The fee for publication of an original paper in this journal is Rp. 500.000 (IDR). If the paper is accepted for publication you will be asked to pay the fee. This fee includes the proofreading cost/fee of the manuscript.

Revenue Sources

Diya al-Afkar: Jurnal Studi al-Qur'an dan al-Hadis is primarily funded by two sources:

  1. Institutional Support: The journal receives significant financial support from the Islamic State University (UIN) Siber Syekh Nurjati Cirebon. This institutional backing ensures the journal's ongoing operations and maintenance.
  2. Author Publication Charge (APC): Authors who wish to publish their work in Diya al-Afkar: Jurnal Studi al-Qur'an dan al-Hadis are typically required to pay an APC. This fee contributes to the journal's production costs, including peer review, editing, and online publication.

It is important to note that Diya al-Afkar: Jurnal Studi al-Qur'an dan al-Hadis maintains a transparent and ethical publishing process. Editorial decisions are made solely on the basis of the quality and originality of the submitted manuscripts, without any influence from publication fees or other external factors.