About the Journal

Focus and Scope

Pargatishil Darpan welcomes research, review, and general articles that bridge various academic disciplines. It aims to promote the integration of methods and insights from different fields to address complex societal issues focusing a holistic understanding of contemporary issues such as:

  • Social Sciences and Humanities: articles on cultural representation, gender studies, international relations, power dynamics, and human behaviour.
  • Environmental and Life Sciences: articles on climate change, sustainability, biodiversity, and human-environment interactions.
  • Technology and Innovation: articles on digital transformation, AI, healthcare technology, and their societal implications.
  • Arts and Media: articles on artistic expression, media studies, cultural production, and the role of aesthetics in shaping public discourse.
  • Globalization and Economy: articles on economic systems, trade relationships, international development, and globalization's impact on local communities.

Broadly guided by dialectic materialism, the journal aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue to provide new perspectives on global challenges and academic collaboration.  

Publication Frequency

Pargatishil Darpan is published biennially.

Open Access Policy

Pargatishil Darpan provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.

Articles in Pargatishil Darpan are published under a Creative Commons Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0). This license enables reusers to distribute, remix, adapt, and build upon the material in any medium or format for noncommercial purposes only, and only so long as attribution is given to the creator. If you remix, adapt, or build upon the material, you must license the modified material under identical terms. 

Copyright

Authors retain the copyright of their articles.

Peer Review Process

We follow a rigorous and transparent peer review process to ensure the quality, originality, and relevance of the article we publish. Our process aims to uphold high academic standards and promote constructive feedback for authors. Below is an outline of the steps involved in our peer review process:

1. Initial Submission and Editorial Assessment

  • Upon submission, the manuscript undergoes an initial screening by the journal's editorial team to ensure it meets the basic requirements (formatting, originality, and adherence to the journal's scope).
  • Manuscripts that do not meet these criteria may be returned to the authors with a request for revision or rejected without external review.

2. Assignment of Reviewers

  • If the manuscript passes the initial screening, it is assigned to two expert reviewers who have relevant expertise in the subject area.
  • The journal employs a double-blind peer review
  • Reviewers are selected based on their expertise, impartiality, and availability.

3. Review Process

  • Reviewers are asked to evaluate the manuscript based on several criteria, including originality, methodological rigor, significance of findings, clarity of writing, and scope of journal.
  • Reviewers provide detailed feedback, highlighting the manuscript’s strengths and identifying areas for improvement. They may also suggest additional references or modifications to enhance the quality of the research.
  • Each reviewer submits a recommendation, choosing one of the following options:
    • Accept without revisions
    • Accept with minor revisions
    • Major revisions required
    • Reject

4. Editorial Decision

  • Once all reviews are submitted, the editor reviews the comments and recommendations provided by the reviewers.
  • Based on these evaluations, the editor makes one of the following decisions:
    • Accept: The manuscript is accepted as is or with minor revisions.
    • Revise: The authors are requested to make minor or major revisions before a final decision is made.
    • Reject: The manuscript does not meet the required standards for publication.
  • In the case of revisions, the editor consolidates the feedback and provides the authors with clear instructions on what needs to be addressed in the revised manuscript.

5. Resubmission and Further Review (if applicable)

  • If revisions are required, the authors are given a deadline to resubmit the revised manuscript. The revised version is then reviewed by the editorial team to assess whether the changes are satisfactory.
  • For major revisions, the manuscript may undergo an additional round of peer review.

6. Final Decision

  • Once the editor is satisfied with the revised manuscript, a final decision is made.
  • If accepted, the manuscript proceeds to the production stage, where it is designed, proofread, and prepared for publication.
  • The authors are notified of the final decision, and if accepted, are provided with details regarding the publication timeline.

Sources of Support

Nepal University Progressive Professors’ Association, Campus Committee, Prithvi Narayan Campus, Tribhuvan University, Pokhara provides necessary financial and other support required for the publication of the journal.

Publisher

Pargatishil Darpan is published by Nepal University Progressive Professors’ Association, Campus Committee, Prithvi Narayan Campus, Tribhuvan University, Pokhara, Nepal.