Guidline for Manuscript

Thank you for considering the Journal of Advanced Studies in Social Sciences (JASSS) as a potential outlet for your research. To ensure the smooth processing of your manuscript and its alignment with the journal's standards, please adhere to the following guidelines:

1. Manuscript Preparation

  • Manuscripts should be prepared in English and submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).
  • Use a clear and concise writing style, adhering to academic conventions.
  • Include a title page with the title of the manuscript, author(s)' name(s) and affiliation(s), corresponding author's contact information, and any acknowledgments.
  • Ensure that all references, tables, figures, and appendices are cited in the text and placed in the appropriate locations within the manuscript.

2. Structure of Manuscript

  • Abstract: Provide a structured abstract of 150-250 words summarizing the objectives, methods, results, and conclusions of the study.
  • Keywords: Include 3-6 keywords that accurately represent the content of the manuscript.
  • Introduction: Clearly state the research problem, objectives, and significance of the study.
  • Literature Review: Provide a comprehensive review of relevant literature, highlighting gaps and establishing the theoretical framework.
  • Methods: Describe the research design, methodology, data collection procedures, and analytical techniques employed.
  • Results: Present the findings of the study in a logical sequence, supported by tables, figures, and graphs where appropriate.
  • Discussion: Interpret the results, discuss their implications, and relate them to existing literature.
  • Conclusion: Summarize the main findings, highlight their significance, and suggest avenues for future research.
  • References: Follow the APA style guidelines for formatting references. Ensure accuracy and completeness of all citations.

3. Ethical Considerations

  • Authors must adhere to ethical standards in research, including avoiding plagiarism, data fabrication, and falsification.
  • Provide appropriate acknowledgments for sources of funding, research assistance, and potential conflicts of interest.
  • Obtain necessary permissions for the use of copyrighted material and ensure the protection of participants' rights in research involving human subjects.

4. Submission Process

  • Submit your manuscript online through the journal's submission system, following the instructions provided on the website.
  • Include a cover letter briefly outlining the significance of the research and confirming that the manuscript has not been submitted elsewhere for publication.
  • Upon submission, you will receive a confirmation email, and your manuscript will undergo peer review by experts in the field.

For further inquiries or assistance, please contact the editorial office at editor@jasss.pk. We look forward to receiving your submission and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field of social sciences.