Archiving Policy

Purpose

The purpose of this archiving policy is to ensure the long-term preservation and accessibility of Nastaleeq (Research Journal). As an important resource for scholars and researchers of Urdu literature and indigenous languages, Nastaleeq’s content must be safeguarded for future generations.

Scope

This policy applies to all published issues of Nastaleeq (Research Journal)., including both print and electronic versions.

Archiving Procedures

To preserve its content, Nastaleeq(Research Journal) will implement the following measures:

• Print Issues: All print issues will be deposited with the National Library of Pakistan for permanent preservation.

• Electronic Issues: All electronic issues will be archived in the LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) system, a distributed digital preservation network that replicates content across multiple institutions to ensure availability even in the event of system failures.

• Metadata: Metadata for all issues will be stored in the Open Archives Initiative (OAI) Archive Grid, allowing broad access to bibliographic and archival information.

Access

All archived issues will be freely accessible to the public. Print copies can be consulted at the National Library of Pakistan, while electronic versions will be available through the LOCKSS network and OAI Archive Grid.

Retention

Nastaleeq(Research Journal). is committed to retaining all archived materials indefinitely.

Review

This policy will be reviewed every five years to ensure that it remains current with best practices and technological advancements.

Additional Best Practices

To enhance the durability and accessibility of its archives, Nastaleeq(Research Journal) will:

• Use archival-quality storage media (e.g., acid-free paper, high-quality optical discs) for preservation.

• Create regular backups of all archived content to minimize the risk of data loss.

• Migrate digital materials to newer formats as necessary to ensure ongoing accessibility.