Oriental Journal of Social Sciences

ENHANCING THE MECHANISMS FOR COUNTERING IDEOLOGICAL THREATS: KEY ISSUES AND CHALLENGES

Sardor Ashurov — 2026-03-27

This scientific article analyzes the essence of ideological threats in the context of the New Uzbekistan, their impact on social stability, and the initiatives being implemented to improve mechanisms for countering these threats. The study is based on speeches of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, state programs, regulatory legal acts, as well as scientific works of domestic and foreign scholars. The article substantiates the role of cooperation between the state and civil society institutions in ensuring ideological security, as well as the importance of educational and information policy in protecting young people’s consciousness from destructive ideas. The research findings indicate the necessity of combating ideological threats through a systematic and comprehensive approach.

TRADITIONAL AND MODERN CLOTHING OF THE ARABS OF CENTRAL ASIA

Sherzod Abduganievich Iskandarov — 2026-03-06

This article analyzes the traditional and modern clothing and jewelry of the Arab population living in Uzbekistan, particularly the Arabs residing in Jeynov village of Mirishkor district, Kashkadarya region. Arab national clothing is an important part of their material culture and reflects the national identity, customs, and aesthetic values of the people. The research results show that some elements of traditional Arab clothing and jewelry have partially been preserved to the present day, although they are undergoing changes under the influence of modern cultural processes. In particular, traditional ornaments such as “gizzi,” “natti,” “bugnak,” and “silsila” remain significant ethnocultural markers of Arab women. The survey results indicate different levels of preservation of national clothing and jewelry among the Arab population: some respondents note that they are fully or partially preserved. In addition, cultural interaction with other local ethnic groups has influenced certain elements of clothing and jewelry. The study demonstrates that traditional Arab clothing and ornaments continue to be transmitted from generation to generation as an important cultural heritage while simultaneously adapting to contemporary social and cultural transformations.

MEDIA DIPLOMACY IN REGIONAL AND GLOBAL CONTEXTS: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF CENTRAL ASIA AND EUROPE

Muslima Amonkulovna Аmonkulova — 2026-03-06

Media diplomacy has emerged as a critical instrument of international communication in the twenty-first century. In an era characterized by geopolitical tensions, technological transformation, and rapid information exchange, states increasingly rely on media platforms to influence international perceptions, promote dialogue, and shape diplomatic narratives. This article examines the role of media diplomacy in the regional contexts of Central Asia and Europe.

EPISTEMOLOGICAL, ONTOLOGICAL AND AXIOLOGICAL DIFFERENCES BETWEEN POSTMODERNISM AND ISLAMIC PHILOSOPHY

Islomjon Nurmurodov — 2026-03-17

This article provides a philosophical analysis of the epistemological, ontological, and axiological differences between Islamic philosophy and postmodernism. Drawing on the ideas of prominent postmodern thinkers such as Jean-François Lyotard, Michel Foucault, and Jacques Derrida, the study examines the relativization of truth, skepticism toward metanarratives, the deconstruction of the subject, and the socially constructed nature of knowledge. In contrast, the paper demonstrates that within the classical tradition of Islamic philosophy—represented by thinkers such as Abu Nasr al-Farabi, Ibn Sina (Avicenna), and Abu Hamid al-Ghazali—truth is understood as a reality grounded in an ontological foundation, originating from a transcendent source and serving as a basis for moral and normative order. The study argues that the metaphysical realism of Islamic philosophy can offer a systematic critical response to postmodern relativism. At the same time, the critical methodology of postmodernism may also function as an important intellectual tool that alerts religious thought to the potential dangers of dogmatism. The article concludes that the relationship between Islamic philosophy and postmodernism should not be interpreted merely as an antagonistic opposition, but rather as a complex interaction between different philosophical paradigms that, in certain respects, may complement each other.

SOME REFLECTIONS ON WOMEN IN THE WORKS OF ABDURAUF FITRAT

Yulduzkhon Umarova — 2026-03-27

This article examines the formation of the Jadid movement and its role in the socio-cultural life of Turkestan, as well as the development of enlightenment ideas in the region. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of women’s issues in the works of one of the prominent representatives of the Jadid movement, Abdurauf Fitrat. The study explores Fitrat’s views on the social status of women, their role in the family, the importance of women’s education, and their participation in social life. Based on historical and scholarly sources, the article highlights Fitrat’s contribution to promoting women’s education and enhancing their role in society.

THEORETICAL AND PRACTICAL FOUNDATIONS OF USING INNOVATIVE EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES IN STUDYING THE MATERIAL AND SPIRITUAL HERITAGE OF THE PEOPLES OF TURKEY

Aykumis Sharapatova — 2026-03-06

This article examines the theoretical foundations of applying innovative educational technologies in the study of the material and spiritual heritage of Turkic peoples. Employing methods of literature review and independent theoretical analysis, the study explores the potential of digital technologies, multimedia educational tools, and virtual environments in the field of cultural heritage education. The article substantiates the necessity of integrating traditional and innovative approaches, and develops a theoretical and methodological framework for the implementation of modern pedagogical technologies within Turkic studies programmes at higher education institutions.

STATE POLICY AIMED AT STABILITY OF NATIONS IN CENTRAL ASIAN STATES (1991-2021 years)

Ravshan Khomitov — 2026-03-27

The article presents the perspective of state policy regarding interethnic relations of the Central Asian states. It shows the tasks facing the states and their organizational and legal solutions.

THE SOURCES OF THE WORK “FATAWA QAZIKHAN”

Odiljon Koriyev — 2026-03-04

This article analyzes the life, scholarly activity, and role of Fakhruddin Qazikhan, a prominent representative of the Fergana school of Islamic jurisprudence, in the development of Hanafi fiqh. Information is provided about the scholar’s teachers and students, as well as about his scholarly legacy and works. In particular, the content, structural composition, and jurisprudential significance of the work “Fatawa Qazikhan”, which is considered one of the important sources in the Hanafi madhhab, are examined. The article also analyzes the scholarly approaches used in the work, such as relying on Qur’anic verses and hadiths in resolving legal issues, referring to the opinions of the Companions and scholars of the madhhab, and comparatively studying the views of jurists from Iraq and Transoxiana. In addition, Fakhruddin Qazikhan’s theoretical views on ijtihad and the issuing of fatwas are also discussed.

THE ACTIVITIES OF SCHOOLS AND MADRASAHS IN THE KHIVA KHANATE DURING THE REIGN OF MUHAMMAD RAHIMKHAN II (1864–1910)

Jamshidbek Ibodullayev — 2026-03-06

This article provides a scientific analysis of the activities of schools and madrasahs during the reign of the ruler of the Khiva Khanate Muhammad Rahimkhan II (Feruz) in the late 19th - early 20th centuries, their material support, educational content, and role in social life. In the research process, historical sources, chronicles of the khanate period, and works of modern historiography were used. Also, Feruz's contribution to the development of science and enlightenment, and the importance of religious and educational institutions in society were highlighted.

THE ROLE OF MASS MEDIA IN SHAPING POLITICAL CULTURE

Davron Sobirovich Muitov — 2026-03-06

This article analyzes modern trends in the study of political culture and the media. The study highlights the role of political culture in the political processes of society, the importance of forming the political consciousness of citizens, and the role of the media in the political communication system. It also analyzes new forms and methods emerging in the process of disseminating political information as a result of the development of digital technologies, the Internet, and social networks. The article pays special attention to the influence of the media in the formation of political culture in the modern information space, the processes of political socialization, and the issues of information security. According to the results of the study, modern means of communication are an important factor in developing political culture, increasing the political activity of citizens, and strengthening democratic processes.

THE ROLE OF THE EURASIAN ECONOMIC UNION IN THE INTEGRATION PROCESS: PROSPECTS AND CHALLENGES

Sarvar Foziljonov — 2026-03-06

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the role of the Eurasian Economic Union in regional and global integration processes. The study examines the stages of its formation, institutional structure, mechanisms of economic integration, economic opportunities created for member states, and the existing challenges in the organization’s activities, highlighting them from both theoretical and practical perspectives.

THE GEOPOLITICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE OIL FACTOR IN THE PERSIAN GULF

Malikakhon Minovvarova — 2026-03-27

This article analyzes the global geopolitical significance of the Persian Gulf region through its energy resources, particularly oil and gas reserves. It examines the region’s strategic position, energy flows passing through the Strait of Hormuz, and their interconnection with national and international political processes. In addition, the evolution of oil geopolitics in the Persian Gulf region is explored within the context of contemporary security challenges. The study highlights the role of regional states in maintaining the global energy and strategic balance, as well as the importance of diversifying export routes in ensuring regional security.

HISTORY OF VIEWS ON SOCIAL STRATIFICATION

Anorabonu Khaytovna Khudoyberdieva — 2026-03-06

This article discusses the general theoretical and methodological foundations of the study of the social structure of society, property and lifestyle of people in society as the basis of stratification structures in the works of ancient philosophers. It also mentions the essence of the concept of stratification, the socio-class structure of modern societies, and its role in the development and decline of states.