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The Forum for Global Studies (FGS) invites high-quality, original submissions from scholars, researchers, policy professionals, and students for publication in the form of:

  • Blogs
  • Expert Commentaries
  • Issue Briefs
  • Manuscripts for the Journal
  • Capstone Projects

 

Thematic Areas:

We welcome submissions on the following themes:

  • International Relations and Diplomacy
  • India’s Foreign Policy and Strategic Affairs
  • Defense and Strategic Affairs
  • Energy Security and Climate Change
  • Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies
  • International Trade and Development Economics
  • Multilateralism and Global Governance

 

Formatting & Submission Process

  • Please submit your work through the following link: 👉 Submit Here.
  • Ensure all claims are well-supported and sources are cited using hyperlinks.
  • Citation Style: APA (7th Edition)
  • Attach your document in .doc or .docx format (PDFs or other formats will not be accepted).
  • Include a a short Bio (50–100 words) and social media account links for interested readers to connect with you.

 

Submission Categories

  • Blog Posts should be between 800 – 1200 words.
  • Commentaries/Opinion Piece can range from 700- 1,000 Words
  • Issue Briefs- Length: 1,000–1,500 words
  • Manuscript for the Journal: 5000 Words
  • Capstone Project:  3,000–5,000 words

 

Review Process

  • Submissions will be reviewed within 2 to 3 weeks.
  • The editorial team may recommend minor edits to improve clarity, grammar, or coherence.
  • Authors will be notified via email regarding the acceptance or rejection of their article.

 

Review Criteria: All submissions are assessed based on the following:

  1. Originality – The content must be the author’s own work and should not have been published elsewhere.
  2. Relevance – The article should address a significant issue with a well-informed perspective.
  3. Clarity and Readability – Articles should be clearly written, free of grammatical errors, and properly punctuated.
  4. Use of Sources – Use hyperlinks rather than footnotes or endnotes for citations.
  5. Engagement – The article should engage readers, provide valuable insights, and encourage discourse.

 

We appreciate the time and effort put into writing each submission. However, due to a high volume of entries, we may be unable to accept all pieces. We look forward to your contributions to FGS! For inquiries, reach out to us at: +91-8527810576

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