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Borrowed Words, Broken Ethics: Addressing Plagiarism in Academia
Author(s): Jashanpreet Kaur Sarao (Chandigarh Group of Colleges Jhanjeri, Mohali, India)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 30
EISBN13: 9798260011508
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Abstract
Plagiarism in academia is a notorious and emerging phenomenon that violates the essence of values in the academic fraternity, such as intellectual honesty, trust and originality. It is a theoretically, empirically, and technologically informed chapter that provides a deep analysis and starts by providing a contextual picture of the historical and philosophical basis of plagiarism and intellectual property. It uses ethical theories, including ethical deontology, consequentialism, and virtue ethical theories, to understand moral reasoning, and discusses cultural and educational factors that affect how people perceive plagiarism. There are challenges in establishing intent and accountability that are reflected in global case studies. Academic pressure, cultural misperceptions, and lack of policy are some root causes explored in the chapter, as well as their consequences to individuals and institutions. Finally, it states that fighting plagiarism not only needs enforcement but also needs a culture of academic integrity that is durable to absorb the transformation of technology.
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