The book will be edited by Dr. Saurabh Chandra, Vice-Chairman of Research Committee 10 (Electronic Democracy) at the International Political Science Association (IPSA), Montreal, Canada.

Exploring India’s Digital Transformation

Over the past decade, India’s “Digital Bharat” framework has reshaped public governance, commerce, financial inclusion, and daily social life. Powered by key Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) initiatives—including Aadhaar, Unified Payments Interface (UPI), DigiLocker, and BharatNet—the initiative has driven nationwide digital integration.

However, rapid digitalization has also introduced socio-economic, political, legal, and ethical challenges. This volume seeks multidisciplinary scholarly research addressing crucial themes surrounding India’s technological shift.

Key Sub-Themes

• Digital Infrastructure & Public Governance: Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), E-Governance, Electronic Democracy, Smart Cities, and BharatNet.
• Socio-Economic Inclusion & The Digital Divide: Regional and gender disparities, digital literacy, and skill development.
• Data Privacy, Ethics, & Cybersecurity: The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, surveillance, algorithmic bias, and cybersecurity risks.
• Digital Economy, Platform Labour, & Emerging Tech: FinTech, artificial intelligence/automation, gig economy dynamics, and worker rights.

Key Features & Author Benefits

All submissions will undergo a double-blind peer-review process to maintain academic rigor. Highlights for contributors include:

• Global Identification: Publication in both Print and e-Book formats with assigned ISBN and DOI.
• Complimentary Access: E-copies will be provided to all contributing authors, with physical print copies delivered to authors based in India.
• Indexing Evaluation: The edited volume will be submitted for indexing evaluation to SCOPUS and Web of Science (WoS).
• Processing Fee: A contribution fee of ₹9,000 / USD $100 applies upon final acceptance to cover Manuscript Processing Costs (MPC).

Submission Details & Key Deadlines

• Acceptance Notification: September 10, 2026
• Full Chapter Submission Deadline: September 20, 2026
• Manuscript Specifications: 5,000–7,000 words, strictly formatted according to APA 7th style guidelines.
• Submission Channel: Submissions should be emailed to schandra.info1@gmail.com with the subject line format: Chapter Submission: Digital Bharat - [Author Name].

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Key Candidate Requirements

According to the official call, candidates interested in the editorial role must meet the following criteria:

• Academic Qualifications: Must hold a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.
• Research Background: Demonstrated track record of scholarly publications related to higher education.
• Technical & Language Skills: Strong proficiency in English along with hands-on experience using online editorial and journal management systems (such as Open Journal Systems).

How to Apply

Eligible scholars and researchers interested in joining the IJHER editorial team are requested to submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) via email directly to the publisher:

• Contact Email:publisher@dscholarpress.com
• Journal Details:Indian Journal of Higher Education Research (IJHER)
• Publisher: DScholar Press International (an imprint of DScholar Research Consultancy and Analytics Private Limited)

The publication operates under an open-access model adhering to standard COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines. Further information regarding journal policies and submission guidelines can be found on the official IJHER Portal.

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Flexible Publishing & Access Models

To accommodate diverse author needs and readership preferences, Global Stanza offers multiple publishing tracks:

Access Pathways

• Open Access: Offers free, unrestricted global digital availability to maximize readership, exposure, and citations.
• Subscription Access: Available for libraries and individual readers via standard purchase and subscription models.

Format Combinations

• E-Book Only: Digital release (PDF/EPUB) featuring a registered DOI and e-ISBN.
• Print Book Only: Physical edition available in paperback or hardcover with a Print ISBN.
• E-Book + Paperback: Simultaneous digital and physical release with full DOI, e-ISBN, and Print ISBN assignments.
• E-Book + Hardbound: Premium library-grade hardcover paired with digital access, fully indexed with DOI and ISBNs.

Submission Details

Poets and literary contributors interested in publishing their collection with DScholar Press can submit their manuscripts directly through the publisher’s online portal.

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The academic publisher is seeking comprehensive research monographs and edited volumes aimed at advancing theoretical and practical knowledge across all dimensions of administrative science and public policy.

Key Subject Areas

The series focuses on broad, multi-disciplinary themes within public administration and policy analysis, specifically inviting contributions in:

• Comparative Governance & Administrative Systems: Analysis spanning local, regional, national, and global scales.
• Public Management Theory: Next-generation theoretical frameworks and developments.
• Sector-Specific Policy Analysis: In-depth evaluations focused on health, finance, technology, education, and environmental governance.
• Empirical Framework Evaluations: Rigorous, data-driven studies examining real-world policy and administrative practices.

Submission Information

DScholar Press encourages scholars, researchers, and volume editors with completed manuscripts or fully developed volume proposals to submit through its official portal. Complete submission procedures and author guidelines can be accessed on the press’s publishing platform.

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Prof. Bezbaruah currently serves as a Professor in the School of Social Work at Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM), USA.

In an official welcome statement, the publishing house highlighted that Prof. Bezbaruah’s extensive academic experience, scholarly perspective, and dedication to advancing research will significantly enrich its editorial community. Her inclusion is expected to help further the press’s mission of advancing high-quality, impactful, and globally relevant scholarly publications.

DScholar Press International expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming collaboration, emphasizing its ongoing commitment to strengthening global scholarship through diverse academic leadership.

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Call for Edited Collections Across All Disciplines

The publisher accepts proposal submissions year-round across a broad spectrum of research areas. To accommodate varying publication goals, DScholar Press International offers two distinct pathways for edited collections:

1. Peer-Reviewed Edited Books
   Designed for thematic collections where every submitted chapter undergoes external peer review to maintain high academic standards.
2. Non-Peer-Reviewed Edited Books
   Tailored for edited compilations, festschrifts, and institutional volumes, which are reviewed internally by volume and press editors.

Key Submission Guidelines

To ensure a seamless editorial review, DScholar Press International highlights several important submission protocols:

• Mandatory Online Portal Submissions: All proposals and full manuscripts must be submitted online through the press’s official portal by the corresponding or submitting author. Submissions sent via email will not be accepted or considered.
• Policy Compliance: Editors and contributors are strongly encouraged to review the press’s official Publication Workflow Policy and Publication Time-Frame Policy prior to submitting their proposals.
• Direct Guidelines: Detailed editor guidelines for both peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed tracks are accessible via the publisher’s platform.

Volume editors with inquiries or prospective book proposals are encouraged to reach out directly to the publisher’s editorial office via their official contact channels.

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Broad Scope Across Disciplines

The publication house offers a platform for diverse scholarly contributions, accepting academic content across all fields of study. Submissions are classified into three major publishing categories:

1. Monographs & Books
   • Peer-Reviewed Books: Single or co-authored research monographs undergoing external double-blind peer review.
   • Non-Peer-Reviewed Books: Compilations, texts, and general academic manuscripts evaluated through direct editorial review.
2. Working Papers
   • Peer-Reviewed Working Papers: Emerging research and developing studies benefiting from a fast-track double-blind review process.
   • Non-Peer-Reviewed Working Papers: Preprints, preliminary findings, and policy discussions designed for rapid academic dissemination.
3. Research & Technical Reports
   • Reports & Policy Evaluations: Technical publications, white papers, assessments, and formal policy evaluations.

Key Guidelines for Submitting Authors

DScholar Press International highlighted several important requirements for prospective authors:

• Online Submission Mandate: Manuscripts must be submitted directly through the publisher’s web portal by the corresponding or submitting author. Email submissions will not be accepted.
• Policy Review: Authors are strongly advised to review the publisher’s Publication Workflow Policy and Publication Time-Frame Policy prior to submission.
• Author Guidelines: Specific guidelines tailored to each submission category (Peer-Reviewed, Non-Peer-Reviewed, Working Papers, and Reports) are available directly on the portal.

Authors seeking additional information or clarification before submitting can reach out directly to the publisher’s editorial office through their online portal.

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