Our Mission & Vision

The Bharat Journal of Integrated Knowledge Systems (BJIKS) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing scholarship at the intersection of Social Sciences, Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis, Sustainable Agriculture, and Integrated Knowledge Systems (IKS). Published by Refined-Research & Analytical Support Associates Pvt. Ltd. (RASA), BJIKS bridges traditional wisdom with contemporary academic discourse while preserving and validating Integrated Knowledge for global research and policy.

Preserve

Document and preserve Integrated Knowledge Systems, practices, and traditions at risk of being lost through modernization and rapid social change.

Research

Facilitate rigorous academic research on Integrated Knowledge across sociology, anthropology, environmental science, sustainable agriculture, and policy studies.

Bridge

Foster dialogue between knowledge-holding communities and academic researchers to advance collaborative, ethical, and evidence-based learning.

Impact

Influence policy and practice by demonstrating how Integrated Knowledge Systems address contemporary social, ecological, and development challenges.

Scope of the Journal

BJIKS welcomes original research, critical reviews, case studies, and policy analyses across Social Sciences, Qualitative & Quantitative Analysis, Sustainable Agriculture, and Integrated Knowledge Systems. Our scope includes, but is not limited to, the following domains:

1. Integrated Technologies, Healthcare & Food Systems

  • Ecological Stewardship: Applying Integrated Knowledge to agriculture, forestry, and fisheries through sustainable, biodiversity-focused practices.
  • Health & Ethnomedicine: Holistic wellness, traditional healing systems, and documented use of local medicinal knowledge within Integrated Knowledge frameworks.
  • Cultural Heritage: Identity, language, folklore, oral traditions, and community-based knowledge transmission.
  • Climate & Innovation: Integrated technologies and ancestral strategies for climate adaptation and resilience.
  • Rights & Governance: Customary laws, community intellectual property, ethical archiving, and legal protection of Integrated Knowledge.
  • System Integration: Merging Integrated Knowledge with contemporary science and policy for inclusive, sustainable development.

2. Governance, Law & Public Policy

  • Political Science & Jurisprudence: Customary laws, community governance, and interactions between traditional legal systems and modern constitutional frameworks.
  • Public Administration: Community-led administration, decentralized public services, and Integrated Knowledge in governance models.
  • Intellectual Property Rights (IPR): Safeguarding Integrated Knowledge holders and traditional cultural expressions in a globalized economy.
  • Geopolitics of Knowledge: How Integrated Knowledge Systems shape international relations and global policy-making.

3. Social Structures & Human Welfare

  • Sociology & Social Anthropology: Community structures, social stratification, inclusion, and rural social systems.
  • Social Work & Community Development: Integrated Knowledge–informed welfare, crisis resilience, and culturally respectful methodologies.
  • Rural Sociology: Non-urban social dynamics, communal bonds, and sustainable livelihoods grounded in Integrated Knowledge.

4. Philosophy, Education & History

  • Global Social Philosophy: Ethics, social justice, and intellectual contributions toward equitable societies.
  • Inclusive Pedagogy & Education: Ethno-education, mother-tongue learning, and integrating Integrated Knowledge into modern curricula.
  • Heritage & Historical Studies: Cultural heritage, oral histories, and civilizational knowledge documented through rigorous scholarship.

5. Ecology, Economy & Wellness

  • Ecological Sciences & Sustainable Agriculture: Soil management, water systems, biodiversity conservation, and organic traditions in food security.
  • Development Economics: Integrated economic models, natural resource governance, and sustainable vocational knowledge.
  • Psychology & Wellness: Community healing, mental health practices, and collective identity within Integrated Knowledge contexts.

Universal Knowledge & Interdisciplinary Commitment

BJIKS is not limited to any single community, region, or narrow philosophy. We view Integrated Knowledge Systems not as relics of the past, but as living, evidence-based frameworks for contemporary research and policy.

By fostering dialogue across fields—from Public Administration to Sustainable Ecology—we publish research with impact for the academic community and global policy-making.

Editorial Excellence

BJIKS maintains the highest standards of academic publishing through rigorous double-blind peer review, professional editorial support, and commitment to scholarly integrity. Every published article meets international standards of excellence while respecting ethical research with communities whose Integrated Knowledge is under study.

Quality Assurance

  • Double-blind peer review process with experts from relevant fields
  • Professional copyediting and typesetting using industry-standard templates
  • Plagiarism screening using advanced detection tools
  • Ethical compliance with international research standards
  • DOI assignment for permanent citation and discoverability

Journal Metrics

BJIKS is a quarterly, online-only, Gold Open Access journal founded in 2026, dedicated to Integrated Knowledge Systems research.

2026
Founded
4
Issues Per Year
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Access

Publisher Information

Publisher & Contact Information

Journal Ownership & Management

The Bharat Journal of Integrated Knowledge Systems (BJIKS) — a peer-reviewed journal covering Social Sciences, Qualitative & Quantitative Analysis, Sustainable Agriculture, and Integrated Knowledge Systems — is owned and published by:

  • Publisher: REFINED-RESEARCH & ANALYTICAL SUPPORT ASSOCIATES PRIVATE LIMITED
  • Corporate Identity Number (CIN): U85500TS2026PTC214657
  • Registered Office Address: H. No.: 12-1-503/38, Laxminagar, Lalapet, Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Telangana, India. PIN code: 500017.

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