Why Indian Supervisors prefer Foreign Journals over Indian Journals?

There are several reasons why supervisors and editors might prefer foreign journals over Indian journals for research publication. It’s important to note that this isn’t always the case, and there’s a growing appreciation for strong Indian journals. Here’s a breakdown of the reasons:

Perception of Prestige and Impact Factor:

• Foreign Journals: Many established foreign journals have a higher “impact factor,” a metric used to measure a journal’s influence based on citation rates. Publishing in a high-impact journal is often seen as more prestigious and can boost an author’s career prospects.
• Indian Journals: Some Indian journals are still developing their reputation and may have lower impact factors.

Global Reach and Readership:

• Foreign Journals: Often have a wider readership base, reaching researchers from across the globe. This can lead to more citations and a broader impact for the research.
• Indian Journals: May have a more limited readership, primarily within India.

International Recognition:

• Foreign Journals: Publishing in a well-known foreign journal can signal the quality of the research to a global audience and enhance the researcher’s international reputation.
• Indian Journals: While recognition for Indian journals is growing, they may not yet hold the same international weight in some fields.

Review Process:

• Foreign Journals: May have a more rigorous peer-review process, which some see as a guarantee of quality.
• Indian Journals: The peer-review process in some Indian journals might be perceived as less stringent. However, this is changing as Indian journals strive for higher standards.

Language Bias:

• Foreign Journals: Many top academic journals publish primarily in English. This can create a bias against research submitted in other languages, including Indian languages.

It’s Important to Note:

• The quality of a journal is not solely dependent on its origin. There are excellent Indian journals with rigorous review processes and high impact factors.
• The decision of where to publish should be based on the specific research topic, target audience, and the journal’s fit with the research.
• Open access journals, regardless of location, are gaining traction, offering wider dissemination of research.

Aakashganga Open can be a Solution:

• Platforms like Aakashganga Open, a high-quality Indian open access journal, can help bridge the gap.
• It provides a platform for Indian researchers to publish their work with rigorous peer-review and reach a global audience.