Course Objective — to deepen students’ knowledge and understanding of the modern history of Uzbekistan as an integral part of contemporary world history, as a component of the process of shaping modern society, and the history of modernization; to highlight the essence and significance of major changes and fundamental reforms in the Republic of Uzbekistan during the years of independence, and to help students realize their role and identity within society.

Course Tasks — to explain to students the complex situation that arose in Uzbekistan on the eve of independence, as well as the essence and significance of reforms in state governance, socio-economic, political, spiritual, and other spheres during the years of independence, fostering a sense of loyalty and love for the homeland and forming national pride.

Requirements for Students’ Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies in the Course

• In the course on the modern history of Uzbekistan, understanding the essence and significance of Uzbekistan’s achievement of state independence in 1991, the historical path traversed by the country, current global events and phenomena, and the essence of ideological confrontations is of great importance. Based on this, students are required to understand the modern history of Uzbekistan, including the complex situation on the eve of independence, the proclamation of the republic’s independence, the stages of socio-political, economic, and spiritual reforms implemented during the years of independence, the Action Strategy for 2017–2021 as a program of profound reforms in the new stage of the country’s development, its further enhancement in the New Uzbekistan Strategy, Uzbekistan’s comprehensive integration into the global community, international relations, security, interethnic harmony, religious tolerance, and the scientific and practical significance of peace-loving foreign policy.
• Deep study of the modern history of Uzbekistan helps young professionals correctly and fully understand contemporary politics, Uzbekistan’s place in the global community, the heroes of the era, and their role as participants in this process, which is crucial for societal development. The elements of democracy have existed in our society since ancient times: collective forms of self-governance, neighborhood assemblies, and councils of elders, but their activities need to be modernized to meet contemporary requirements.