Reviewer Guidelines

The Journal of Economics, Governance and Sustainable Development (JEGSD) relies on the expertise and commitment of reviewers to maintain the quality and integrity of its publications. Reviewers play a critical role in ensuring that published research meets high academic and ethical standards.

 1. Role of Reviewers

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Provide objective, constructive, and timely evaluations
  • Assess the originality, relevance, and quality of submissions
  • Offer clear recommendations to improve the manuscript
  • Support the editorial decision-making process

 2. Peer Review Model

JEGSD operates a double-blind peer review process, meaning:

  • Reviewers do not know the identity of the authors
  • Authors do not know the identity of the reviewers

This ensures fairness and objectivity in the evaluation process.

 3. Confidentiality

Reviewers must treat all manuscripts as confidential documents.

  • Do not share or discuss the manuscript with others
  • Do not use unpublished material for personal advantage
  • Maintain confidentiality before and after the review process

 4. Ethical Responsibilities

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Declare any conflicts of interest
  • Decline review if unable to provide an unbiased assessment
  • Report any suspected ethical issues, including:
    • Plagiarism
    • Data fabrication
    • Duplicate publication

 5. Review Criteria

Reviewers should evaluate manuscripts based on:

Originality

  • Does the paper contribute new knowledge?

Relevance

  • Is the topic aligned with the journal’s scope?

Methodological Rigor

  • Are the methods appropriate and well-executed?

Clarity and Structure

  • Is the manuscript clearly written and logically organized?

Literature Engagement

  • Are relevant studies adequately reviewed and cited?

Results and Discussion

  • Are findings clearly presented and properly interpreted?

Contribution and Implications

  • Does the study offer theoretical, empirical, or policy significance?

 6. Reviewer Recommendations

Reviewers should provide one of the following recommendations:

  • Accept
  • Minor revisions
  • Major revisions
  • Reject

Each recommendation should be supported by clear and constructive comments.

 7. Constructive Feedback

Reviewers are encouraged to:

  • Provide specific and actionable suggestions
  • Maintain a professional and respectful tone
  • Focus on improving the manuscript

 8. Timeliness

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Accept or decline review invitations promptly
  • Complete reviews within the agreed timeframe

If additional time is needed, reviewers should inform the editorial office.

 9. Acknowledgement of Reviewers

JESGSD values the contribution of reviewers and may:

  • Acknowledge reviewers periodically
  • Provide certificates of recognition (where applicable)

 10. Editorial Communication

Reviewers may communicate with the editorial team for:

  • Clarifications regarding the manuscript
  • Reporting concerns or ethical issues