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Shodh Prabha: A Multidisciplinary Journal

Shodh Prabha: A Multidisciplinary Journal

A National, Peer-reviewed, Bi-Monthly Journal

  ISSN: 3108-2726 (Online)
ISSN: 3108-2890 (Print)

Call For Papers - Volume - 2 Issue - 4 (July - August 2026)

Author Guidelines

Note:

  • AI tools like ChatGPT can be used to support the writing of a research paper, but the paper should not be entirely written by AI. Any AI assistance used must be properly acknowledged in the paper.
  • Use headings as needed in the manuscript.
  • Do not use too many sub-headings.
  • The manuscript must be written in proper paragraph form and should not be presented in bullet points or note-style format.

General Formatting:

1. Font Size and Style:

  • Article Title: The title of the article should be in font size 16.
  • Heading: All headings and sub-headings should be formatted in bold, with a font size of 12, and in title case. Capitalize the first letter of each major word in headings.
  • Main Text: The font size for the entire paper, excluding the title, is 12.
  • Font Type: Use Times New Roman for the entire manuscript.
  • Page Size: Keep the page size as A4.
  • Margins: Set page margins to 1 inch on all sides.

2. Paper format:

(The manuscript must strictly follow the standard format of either a Research Paper or a Review Paper; otherwise, it will be rejected.)

  • Title of the Paper:
  • Author Details: Author(s) Name(s), Affiliation(s)
  • Abstract: The abstract should be between 200 and 250 words and must clearly summarise the main points of the research paper.
  • Keywords: Provide 4-6 keywords that best represent the main themes of your paper. The keywords should be listed in lowercase and should appear immediately after the abstract.
  • Introduction: Introduce the research topic, its significance, and the problem or question being addressed. Provide background context, state the objectives, and outline the paper’s structure. Keep it engaging and relevant, typically 1-2 pages.
  • Main Body: Organize into logical sections with clear headings (e.g., Literature Review, Methodology, Results, Discussion).
  • Conclusion: Summarize key findings, restate the significance of the research, and suggest implications or future research directions.
  • References: List all sources cited in the paper, formatted according to the required style (e.g., APA, MLA). Ensure accuracy and consistency. Example (APA):
    Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the article. Journal Name, Volume(Issue), page range. DOI or URL

3. File Format:

  • Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.

4. Word Count and Page Limit:

  • The manuscript must contain between 2,500 and 4,000 words and should not exceed 12 pages. Manuscripts exceeding 12 pages will not be considered for publication. (Check Payment Page)

5. Font for Hindi Authors:

  • Hindi authors are requested to submit their research papers only in Unicode (Mangal).

6. Plagiarism Check:

  • All submitted manuscripts will be checked for plagiarism. Papers with a high similarity percentage (above 15%) may be rejected.

7. Submission Process:

  • Ensure that your manuscript is formatted according to the guidelines above before submission.
  • Follow the specific submission instructions provided for the journal.

8. Additional Instructions (if any):

  • Ensure that all tables, figures, and charts are numbered and titled appropriately.
  • All references should follow the specified citation style (e.g., APA, IEEE).
  • The paper should be proofread for grammatical and typographical errors before submission.

Formatting Checklist:

  1. Article Title: Font size 16
  2. Text: Font size 12
  3. Headings: Title Case
  4. Margins: 1 inch on all sides
  5. Page Size: A4
  6. Abstract: 200-250 words
  7. Keywords: 3-6, in lowercase
  8. Word Count: 2500 – 4000 words
  9. File Format: .doc or .docx
  10. No plagiarism (less than 15%)
  11. Font for Hindi: Unicode

By following the above guidelines, you ensure that your manuscript is in proper format and ready for submission to the journal.