ZIYO GOKALP'S VIEWS ON THE STATE

Ziyo Gökalp is a thinker who played an important role in the processes of Turkish nationalism and modernization, and his views on the state are based on the idea of combining national identity and modern systems of governance. He saw the state as an expression of national culture and considered it a key factor in the development of society. Gökalp advocated the harmonization of Western and Eastern principles in the formation of the Turkish national state, and an approach based on justice and progress in state governance. In his opinion, the state should serve the interests of society and strengthen national unity. This article analyzes Ziyo Gökalp's theoretical views on the state and highlights their impact on modern political processes.