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Nāgānanda International Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences - Volume 11 & 12 (Call for Papers)
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Nāgānanda International Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences - Volume 11 & 12 (Call for Papers)
Nāgānanda International Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences focuses on publishing the highest quality papers covering all aspects of South Asian Studies. This is an effort to bring out current research and ideas together on a platform that will enhance knowledge of all the relevant subjects. Submissions should address issues and questions of broad interest in Humanities & Social Sciences subcontinent and interpretation of new and previously, Moreover, publications of short communications on new discoveries, reports on seminar, conferences are also invited. The Journal also publishes review papers from the senior researchers on their respective fields of research. All manuscripts are thoroughly reviewed by qualified referees, as this journal is a peer-reviewed publication. Submission Deadlines: • Volume 11 - 2026 April 01 • Volume 12 - 2026 November 01 Submission Guidelines: 1. Electronic Submissions should be sent in MS Word format to arch.fhss@niibs.edu.lk. 2. The research article must be an original and unpublished work. The author(s) must also confirm that the manuscript is not being considered for publication elsewhere in any form. 3. Word Limit: The prescribed word limit is 8000 words, including references. 4. The submission must include an abstract of 150-250 words, which should contain a minimum of five keywords arranged alphabetically. 5. Submissions must be made in the MS Word (.doc/.docx) format. 6. The body of the manuscript should be in Times New Roman, Font Size 12 and in 1.5 line spacing. 7. The text should be justified, and a margin of 2.54 centimetres shall be left of all sides of the paper. 8. Include notes and references in the written text, using the Harvard Citation Style, with a full and updated bibliographical list at the end of the article. 9. Authors are encouraged to use abbreviations except most common ones. 10. Acknowledgements: These must be put before the references and be less than 200 words. 11. All research articles submitted will be checked for plagiarism. The author(s) are strictly expected to acknowledge the references made use of. 12. Author should identify sources of all information and cite those publications that have been used during the research process. 13. Information obtained privately, as in conversation or correspondence, should not be used or reported without prior permission from the source. Such work may be cited as “Personal communication”. 14. Authors are advised to use own data and good resolutions (minimum 300DPI) maps/photographs/ drawings/illustrations, flow charts, etc. In case of reuse of such materials, authors are responsible for necessary written permission from the concerned persons of institutions. 15. Separate from your manuscript, your submission should contain enumerating the following details in a separate page. • Title of the Research Article. • Name of the Author(s). • Name of the Institution. 16. Authors(s) must strictly adhere to guidelines, failing which their submissions may not be considered. 17. Notification of Acceptance/Rejection: Within 30 days from the date of submission.
Publication of Recent NIJHSS Volumes
The latest volumes of the Nāgānanda International Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences have been successfully published and are now available for access. These volumes present a diverse collection of scholarly articles addressing contemporary issues and research developments within South Asian Humanities and Social Sciences. Readers and researchers are invited to explore the published articles and contribute to ongoing academic discourse.
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The Nāgānanda International Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences (NIJHSS) follows a structured and transparent review and publication process to ensure the highest academic standards. All submitted manuscripts undergo initial editorial screening, plagiarism checks, and a double-blind peer review before acceptance. For full details on our process, please visit: https://nijhss.niibs.lk/publication/
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"Nāgānanda International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (NIJHSS) is a peer-reviewed academic journal committed to advancing high-quality research in the diverse and interdisciplinary fields of the Humanities and Social Sciences. The journal provides an international platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to publish original contributions that enhance theoretical understanding, methodological development, and critical analysis of both historical and contemporary issues. NIJHSS welcomes research in disciplines such as History, Archaeology, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Literature, Linguistics, Cultural Studies, Sociolo..."
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