LIFE OF MAHMUDKHOJA BEHBUDI AND HIS ROLE IN THE UZBEK JADID MOVEMENT

This article examines the pivotal role of Mahmudkhoja Behbudi in the Uzbek Jadid movement, shedding light on his educational initiatives and contributions to the national awakening. It highlights Behbudi’s pioneering efforts in establishing new-method schools, his use of the press and drama as tools for enlightenment, and his promotion of multilingual education as a foundation for societal development. The article emphasizes that Behbudi’s legacy of national identity, intellectual growth, and progress continues to serve as a powerful source of inspiration for today’s youth.