Islamic Law and Society

metrics 2024

Unpacking the Complexities of Law and Society

Introduction

Islamic Law and Society, published by BRILL, is a distinguished academic journal that has been bridging the gap between legal studies and socio-political discourse since its inception in 1994. With an ISSN of 0928-9380 and an E-ISSN of 1568-5195, the journal is recognized for its scholarly contributions in the fields of Law, Sociology, and Political Science, boasting a notable impact factor that positions it within the Q2 category in Law and Q3 in Sociology and Political Science as of 2023. Situated in the Netherlands, it is committed to publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed research that explores the intricate relationship between Islamic legal traditions and contemporary societal issues. The journal's indexed rankings in Scopus reflect its relevance, ranking #502 out of 1025 in Law and #844 out of 1466 in Sociology and Political Science. This makes it an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students seeking to gain insights into the complexities of Islamic law within global contexts. The journal is accessible through various academic databases, offering a platform for interdisciplinary engagement and research dissemination, crucial for those invested in the dynamics of law and society.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.23
Journal Impact Factor0.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.80
H-Index32
Journal IF Without Self0.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.05
Influence0.42
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life16.40
Citing Half Life25.00
JCI0.86
Total Documents308
WOS Total Citations302
SCIMAGO Total Citations461
SCIMAGO SELF Citations53
Scopus Journal Rank0.23
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.56
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.57
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.74

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Law in Social Sciences
Rank #502/1025
Percentile 51.02
Quartile Q2
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #844/1466
Percentile 42.43
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

RELIGION
Rank 80/339
Percentile 76.40
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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