Journal of South Asian Development
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22 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
The Journal of South Asian Development (JSAD) publishes original research papers and reviews of books relating to all facets of development in South Asia. Research papers are usually between 8000 and 12000 words in length and typically combine theory with empirical analysis of historical and contemporary issues and events. All papers are peer reviewed. While the JSAD is primarily a social science journal, it considers papers from other disciplines that deal with development issues. Geographically, the JSAD"s coverage is confined to the South Asian region, which includes India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives and Afghanistan.
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DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisJournal of South Asian Development (ISSN: 0973-1741) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of DEVELOPMENT STUDIES, published by SAGE in India. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 1.80, ranking in quartile Q3 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.327 (Q1), an H-index of 22.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with an annual output of approximately 17 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $2,611 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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