Peer-Reviewed • Open Access
Review of Public Policy
and Social Systems
A scholarly journal dedicated to advancing high-quality research in public policy, governance, and social systems — bridging academic rigour with policy practice across diverse institutional and societal contexts.
Journal Information
Aim & Scope
Advancing Interdisciplinary Research in Policy & Governance
The journal focuses on interdisciplinary research that deepens understanding of policy processes, governance mechanisms, and social systems across diverse global contexts. It encourages analytical, empirical, and theoretical studies examining how policies shape societies and how institutions influence development outcomes.
Welcoming original research articles, review papers, and case studies in public policy, governance, institutional studies, development systems, political economy, and social reform.
Public Policy & Governance
Policy processes, institutional frameworks, and governance structures across diverse societal contexts.
Social Systems & Development
Empirical and theoretical analysis of social systems, development outcomes, and institutional change.
Political Economy & Reform
Critical examination of political economy, social reform, and transformative policy processes.
Peer-Reviewed
Rigorous double-blind peer review ensuring scholarly quality and academic integrity.
Open Access
Freely accessible research promoting wide dissemination of academic knowledge.
Biannual Publication
Published every April and October, providing consistent scholarly output.
Focused Scope
Dedicated to public policy, governance, and social systems research worldwide.
Latest Publications
Recent Issues
Vol.1 · No.1
Current
Volume 1, Issue 1
Inaugural Issue – April 2026
01 Apr 2026
Latest Articles
Articles from the Current Issue
The inaugural issue is currently under preparation. Articles will be published upon completion of peer review.
Universal Basic Income: A Policy Tool for Social Security in Emerging Economies
Universal Basic Income (UBI) has gained increasing attention as a potential policy tool to strengthen social security systems, particularly in emergin...
Read Full ArticleRenewable Energy Policies in India: Progress, Challenges, and Future Directions
Renewable energy has become a central component of India’s strategy for sustainable development, energy security, and climate change mitigation. Ove...
Read Full ArticleDecentralization and Local Governance Evaluating the Effectiveness of Panchayati Raj Institutions
Decentralization has emerged as a key strategy for improving governance and promoting inclusive development, particularly in large and diverse countri...
Read Full ArticleEducation Policy Reforms in India: Bridging the Gap Between Policy and Practice
Education policy reforms in India have been central to the country’s efforts to improve access, equity, and quality in the education system. Over th...
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Call for Papers
Submissions are invited for the upcoming issue of the journal. Authors are encouraged to submit original and unpublished manuscripts that align with the scope of the journal. The journal follows a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the quality and originality of all published work.
Next Issue
October 2026
Submission Deadline
30 August 2026
Share Your Research with the Academic Community
We welcome original research articles, review papers, and case studies contributing to the advancement of public policy and social systems scholarship.
Author GuidelinesGovernance & Integrity
Editorial Leadership & Publication Ethics
Editorial Leadership
The journal is guided by an editorial team committed to maintaining academic integrity, quality peer review, and scholarly excellence. The editorial board comprises researchers and academicians with expertise in public policy, governance, and social systems.
Meet the Editorial Board
Publication Ethics
The journal is committed to upholding high standards of publication ethics and academic integrity. All submissions are evaluated through a peer-review process, and authors are expected to ensure originality, proper citation, and ethical research practices.
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Mission & Vision
Our Mission
Promoting Research Excellence in Policy & Governance
To promote high-quality academic research and critical analysis in public policy, governance, and social systems, contributing to informed decision-making and institutional development across diverse societal contexts.
Our Vision
A developing scholarly platform for Policy Research
To develop a credible scholarly platform that supports research excellence in public policy and social systems.
Ready to Submit Your Research?
Authors are invited to submit their manuscripts and contribute to the academic discourse in public policy and social systems. Join a growing community of scholars and practitioners.