DePlag for Researchers in India: An Overview DePlag is a software tool designed to detect and prevent plagiarism in academic and research settings. This PowerPoint presentation explores DePlag's application in Indian academia, emphasizing its role in promoting academic integrity among researchers. Topics covered include: Plagiarism Definition: Understanding what constitutes plagiarism and why it's a concern. DePlag's Features: Key functionalities, such as database comparison, citation recognition, and similarity scoring. Application in Indian Academia: How DePlag aligns with UGC regulations and institutional policies to maintain research quality. Benefits for Researchers: Ensuring originality, avoiding academic misconduct, and enhancing research credibility. Practical Tips: Best practices for using DePlag effectively, including interpreting reports, addressing flagged content, and improving research integrity. The presentation aims to guide researchers in using DePlag as a valuable tool to uphold academic standards and foster a culture of honesty in Indian academic and research environments.

2. PLAGIARISM :
Occurs when someone uses another person's work,
ideas, words, or creative content without proper
attribution or permission.
This can include
• Direct copying,
• Paraphrasing without citation,
• Using someone else's ideas without acknowledgment,
• Even self-plagiarism,
• Where an individual reuses their own previously
published work without disclosure.

3. Direct Plagiarism:
This involves copying someone else's work word-for-word without attribution or
quotation marks. It can occur with text, code, art, or other types of content.
Paraphrasing without Citation:
This occurs when someone rewrites another person's work in their own words
but does not provide proper citation. Even though the wording is different, the
idea is taken without acknowledgment.
Self-Plagiarism:
This happens when a person reuses their own previously published work or data
without disclosing it or seeking permission. It's common in academic and
research settings, where work should be original and not recycled.
Mosaic or Patchwork Plagiarism:
This type involves taking phrases or sentences from different sources and
combining them into a new work without proper attribution. It's also known as
"patchwriting" because the text is patched together from various sources.

4. Accidental Plagiarism:
This occurs when someone inadvertently copies ideas or content without
realizing they need to attribute the source. It can happen due to ignorance
of citation rules or poor note-taking during research.
Source-Based Plagiarism:
This involves misrepresenting or falsifying sources. It could mean citing a
source that doesn't exist, using incorrect information, or attributing
content to the wrong source.
Code Plagiarism:
In the context of software development, this occurs when someone
copies code without permission or proper attribution. It can also include
copying algorithms, design patterns, or scripts.
Idea Plagiarism:
This occurs when someone takes credit for an idea, concept, or innovation
without acknowledging its original creator. This type is often seen in
academic and business settings, where ideas can be highly valuable.

5. Failing grades, suspension,
or expulsion.
it can lead to loss of credibility,
legal action, financial penalties,
and reputational damage.
Plagiarism can result in copyright
infringement cases.
Plagiarism can have severe consequences:

6. Anti-plagiarism software is designed to detect and
prevent plagiarism in academic and professional work.
These tools compare submitted texts with a vast
database of documents, academic papers,
websites, and other sources to identify
similarities and potential cases of plagiarism.

7. Turnitin checks submitted papers against a vast
database, including academic journals, online
publications, and previous student submissions.
It provides an originality report that highlights
potential instances of plagiarism.
Grammarly also offers a plagiarism detection
feature. It compares text against billions of web
pages to identify similar or copied content.
Quetext is a plagiarism checker that uses
advanced algorithms to detect potential
plagiarism. It offers a detailed analysis,
highlighting matched text and providing source
links.
Popular among bloggers and content creators,
Copyscape is a web-based plagiarism detection
tool. It allows users to check the originality of
web content by comparing it with other online
sources.
A comprehensive plagiarism detection tool used
by schools, universities, and businesses.
Plagscan checks text against a large database
and provides detailed reports, highlighting
matching sources and providing an overall
similarity percentage.

9. Level 0: Up to 10% similarity - Generally considered
acceptable due to common knowledge or technical
terminology.
Level 1: 10% to 40% similarity - Considered
moderate plagiarism, often requiring some form of
correction or re-submission.
Level 2: 40% to 60% similarity - Considered
substantial plagiarism, leading to penalties, such as
re-submission or suspension.
Level 3: Over 60% similarity - Considered severe
plagiarism, leading to significant penalties like
suspension or expulsion.

10. In India, the tolerance limit for plagiarism in research is defined by the University
Grants Commission (UGC) through its "Promotion of Academic Integrity and
Prevention of Plagiarism in Higher Educational Institutions" regulations
Research Papers and Thesis/Dissertations: Generally, a higher level of originality
is expected, with Level 0 (up to 10% similarity) considered acceptable.
Given these guidelines, researchers should focus on maintaining academic
integrity by properly citing sources, avoiding excessive quotations, and ensuring
original work. Always check with your institution's specific policies and guidelines
to understand the exact tolerance limits for plagiarism in your context

11. In India, penalties for researchers who are found to have plagiarized are outlined in the University Grants
Commission (UGC) guidelines for "Promotion of Academic Integrity and Prevention of Plagiarism in Higher
Educational Institutions."
Level 0 (Up to 10% Similarity)
This level is generally considered within acceptable limits, often due to common terminology, shared
methodology, or other minor overlaps. No penalties are usually applied, but researchers may be encouraged
to address minor overlaps and improve their work's originality.
Level 1 (10% to 40% Similarity)
At this level, plagiarism is considered moderate, indicating a need for corrective action. Penalties may
include:
Re-submission: The researcher might be asked to re-submit the work after addressing the identified
plagiarism issues.
Warning or Censure: The researcher may receive a warning, along with guidance on avoiding plagiarism in the
future.