THE IDEA OF NATIONAL IDENTITY AND INDEPENDENCE IN UZBEK LITERATURE

This article analyzes the reflection of the idea of national identity and independence in Uzbek literature. The artistic expression of the national identity, glorification of national values, and the ideology of independence in the works of Uzbek writers in the spirit of independence is studied. Also, the artistic interpretation of the ideas of national awakening and independence in the Jadid literature of the early 20th century and works created during the years of independence is analyzed.