THE ROLE OF THE MAHALLA INSTITUTION IN THE SOCIAL GOVERNANCE SYSTEM OF SOUTHERN UZBEKISTAN DURING THE YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE
Keywords:
Mahalla institution, social governance, citizens’ self-government, Southern Uzbekistan, Kashkadarya region, Surkhandarya region, civil society, social protection, citizens’ assembly of the mahalla, years of independence.Abstract
This article examines the role and significance of the mahalla institution in the social governance system of Southern Uzbekistan, particularly in the Kashkadarya and Surkhandarya regions during the years of independence. The study is based on archival documents, legal and regulatory sources, statistical data, and reports on the activities of citizens’ self-government bodies. The article analyzes the formation of the mahalla institution as a self-governing body of citizens from the early years of independence and highlights the gradual expansion of its powers and functions. Particular attention is paid to the role of mahallas in providing social protection to the population, working with youth and women, promoting employment, and contributing to the development of civil society. The findings demonstrate that the mahalla institution has become an effective intermediary between the state and society, playing a significant role in the socio-economic development of local communities. The research also reveals the transformation of the mahalla from a traditional community structure into an important component of the modern governance system. The materials and conclusions presented in the article serve as a valuable scientific source for studying the contemporary development trends of the mahalla institution in Uzbekistan
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