Perunthanmai Multidisciplinary Tamil Studies Book Series (PMTSB)
Professors, researchers, scholars, and students intending to submit their research chapters to the Perunthanmai Multidisciplinary Tamil Studies Book Series (PMTSB) must adhere strictly to the following structure, formatting, and ethical guidelines.
1. Manuscript Structure
Submissions must be compiled in the following sequence:
- Title Page: Must include a clear, concise title of the research chapter, full name(s) of the author(s), institutional affiliations, and contact details (email address and phone number).
- Abstract: A comprehensive summary of the study outlining the research objective, methodology, and key findings. Length must be between 250 and 300 words.
- Keywords: Include 5 to 6 relevant keywords that accurately represent the core content of the chapter.
- Introduction: Clear elaboration on the research background, historical context, academic significance, and primary objectives.
- Main Body: Detailed sections covering the research methodology, data analysis, results, interpretations, and discussions.
- Conclusion: A summary of the final outcomes, research implications, practical applications, and scopes for future study.
- End Matter: Short declarations placed right before the references (see Section 4).
- References: A comprehensive list of all scholarly sources cited within the text.
2. Formatting Guidelines
Font Requirements (Unicode format only):
- Tamil Text: 'Latha' or 'Bamini' font.
- English Text: 'Times New Roman' font.
- Font Size: 12 pt for the core body text.
- Line Spacing: 1.15 line spacing.
- Page Size: Standard A4 layout.
- Figures & Tables: Relevant charts, diagrams, tables, or historical images may be embedded within the text. Each must feature a clear, numbered caption and source credit.
3. Citation and Reference Styles
Authors must adopt the globally recognized citation style corresponding to their specific discipline:
- Literature Studies: MLA (Modern Language Association) style.
- Scientific / Social Science Studies: APA (American Psychological Association) style.
- Historical / Archaeological Studies: Chicago Manual of Style.
- Bilingual Mandate: All citations, footnotes, and bibliographic entries must be provided in both Tamil and English (Roman script).
4. Required End Matter Declarations
Authors must include the following brief sections at the very end of their chapter text:
- Acknowledgements: Acknowledge individuals or institutions that provided intellectual or logistical support to the research.
- Conflict of Interest: A formal declaration stating that there are no personal, financial, or institutional conflicts of interest affecting the study.
- Funding Statement: Disclose any grants, fellowships, or financial aid received from funding bodies or universities to conduct this research.
5. Publication Ethics & Author Responsibilities
- Originality: Chapters must consist of entirely original, human-authored research. Any form of plagiarism will result in an immediate and permanent rejection.
- Exclusive Submission: Manuscripts must be submitted exclusively to PMTSB. Simultaneous submission of the same work to other journals or book series is a strict ethical violation.
- Copyright Form: Upon selection, authors are required to fill out and submit an official Copyright Assignment Form prior to publication.
- Post-Publication Accountability: The corresponding author holds full responsibility for any post-publication corrections (Corrigendum) or retractions, should data inaccuracies or ethical lapses come to light.
- Final Editorial Discretion: The decision of the Editor-in-Chief regarding acceptance or rejection is absolute and final. Status notifications will be conveyed solely via official email.
6. How to Submit
- Email your finalized manuscript directly to: poetpublication@gmail.com
- Ensure that all author identification details are restricted strictly to the first page (Title Page) of the document.
- Mandatory Rule for Research Scholars: M.Phil. and Ph.D. scholars must secure formal approval from their Research Guide / Supervisor before submitting their chapters.
