Journal of Social and Development Sciences
(JSDS)
Journal of Social and Development Sciences is a peer reviewed open access journal (ISSN 2221-1152) publishes original unpublished research work. A scholarly journal deals with the disciplines of social and development sciences. JSDS publishes research work that meaningfully contributes towards theoretical bases of contemporary developments in society. JSDS is a monthly publication journal. Contributors can submit their papers as an email attachment at: editor@ifrnd.org
Objectives and Scope
The objective of JSDS is to widen the knowledge base in collaboration with scholars, academicians, professionals and practitioners by allowing free access to valuable information around the globe. The research studies in JSDS address emerging issues and developments in the education and societies around the world. JSDS encourages submission in but not limited to subjects of sociology, psychology, anthropology, economics, political science, international relations, linguistics and history.
The following types of work can be submitted:
Research Paper
Conceptual paper
Case studies
Book Review
Technical Report
Review Policy
All manuscripts are subject to double blind review and will be assessed based on their quality by the reviewers. Papers will be reviewed and feedback will be given to authors promptly to complete the review process within 6-8 weeks. The editorial board strives to publish accepted manuscripts within 10-12 weeks after submission. For manuscripts submission please follow author guidelines
Indexing and Abstracting
Journal of Social and Development Sciences is listed/abstracted/indexed in Ulrich's Periodicals Directory, Index Copernicus, Cabell’s Directory, Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) and EBSCOhost.
Publication Fee
JSDS publishes quality research work submitted by scholars around the world. In order to meet the operational expenses and to keep the process smooth the journal charges publication fee of US$90. However, the publication fee is subject to the acceptance of the paper.
Associate Editor
Nek Kamal Yeop Yunus, Ph. D, Malaysia
Editorial Board
N. Panchanatham, Ph. D, Annamalai University, India
Somnath Sen, Ph. D, Birmingham University, UK
Sisira R N Colombage, Ph. D, Monash University, Australia
Anton Miglo, Ph. D, School of business, University of Bridgeport, USA
Elena Garcia Ruiz, Ph. D, Universidad de Cantabria, Spain
Mamta B Chowdhury, Ph. D, University of Western Sydney, Australia
Gurmeet Singh Bhabra, Ph. D, University of Otago, New Zealand
Samsudin Wahab, Ph. D, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
R. K. Uppal, International University of Contemporary Studies, USA
Ketna Mehta, Ph. D, Welingkar Education, India
Fuhmei Wang, Ph. D, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan
Khorshed Chowdhury, Ph. D, University of Wollongong, Australia
Inderjit Sigh, Ph. D, Punjabi University, Patiala, India
Susantha Herath, Ph. D, St. Cloud State University, USA
M Azhar Khan, Ph. D, Hokkaido University, Japan
Abdul Wahab, Ph. D, A. M. U. Aligrah, India
Ananda Wickramasinghe Ph. D, CQ University, Australia
Hai-Chin YU, Ph. D, Chung Yuan University ,Chungli, Taiwan
Nazli Akman, Ph D, Bilkent University, Turkey
Mohan Bhai Patel, Ph. D, N S Arts College, India
Yapa M W Y Bandara, Ph. D, Charles Sturt University, Australia
Reviewer Evaluation
Journal of Social and Development Sciences
(JSDS)
Manuscript No.: JSDS-01-120
Manuscript Title: DETERMINANTS OF MICROFINANCE ELIGIBILITY AND THEIR RELATION TO POVERTY ALLEVIATION
Name, affiliation, & address of the reviewer:
Section wise comments on the paper:
Evaluation of the paper : (1 = Excellent) (2 = Good) (3 = Average) (4 = Poor)
Recommendations: (Mark with √)
Additional Comments (if any): Abstract should be of 250 words. First part of the abstract should mention clear purpose of the study in present tense, where as second part should cover method in past tense. In the last part of the abstract major findings should be written (in present tense). All references should be checked and corrected. All reference should be properly cited in running text. Conclusion should be elaborated. Limitations of the study should be mentioned in the end. Spelling and grammar should be checked properly. Methodology should be written in past tense, whereas results in present tense. Table format (APA, Academic) and caption should be given properly. Paper has similarity with already published material; author should revise such text to avoid plagiarism.
Journal of Social and Development Sciences
(JSDS)
Manuscript No.: JSDS-01-124
Manuscript Title: Redefining Poverty with Multidimensional View for Pakistan----A Basic Need for Targeted Poverty Alleviation
Name, affiliation, & address of the reviewer:
Section wise comments on the paper:
Evaluation of the paper: (1 = excellent) (2 = good) (3 = average) (4 = poor)
Recommendations: (Mark with √)
Additional Comments (if any): Overall paper is interesting. Abstract should be of 250 words. Five to seven key words should be given under abstract. Abbreviations should be written completely. Table given in the paper, should be formatted. References given in the end should be formatted. Years of citations should be checked properly. Paper length may be reduced to make it more interesting for the scholars.
Introduction
Title of the Study
Needs improvement- Introduction should contain the clear purpose and real interest of the study.
Satisfactory