Open Access Policy

The Pakistan Journal of History and Civilization (PJHC) is committed to the principles of open access and the free dissemination of scholarly knowledge. In support of its mission to promote historical and cultural research, PJHC provides immediate and unrestricted access to all published articles.

All research papers, review articles, and scholarly works published in PJHC are freely available online to readers worldwide without any subscription, registration, or payment requirements. Readers are permitted to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, link to, and use the full texts of articles for any lawful purpose, provided that proper acknowledgment is given to the original author(s) and the journal.

PJHC follows the Gold Open Access model, ensuring that all published content remains permanently accessible on the journal’s official website and digital archives. This guarantees long-term availability, visibility, and accessibility of research outputs.

Authors publishing in PJHC retain the copyright of their work and grant the journal a non-exclusive license to publish, reproduce, distribute, and archive their articles in all formats and media. All articles are published under an appropriate Creative Commons license (such as CC BY), which allows reuse, sharing, and adaptation with proper citation.

By adopting this open access policy, PJHC aims to enhance the global reach, impact, and accessibility of historical and cultural research. This policy supports researchers, educators, policymakers, and the general public by ensuring free access to reliable academic knowledge and encouraging informed scholarly dialogue.