MAHMUDHOJA BEHBUDI'S CONTRIBUTIONS TO UZBEK LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE: A STUDY OF HIS VIEWS ON LANGUAGE PURITY AND MULTILINGUALISM

This article explores the linguistic and cultural contributions of Mahmudhoja Behbudi, a prominent Uzbek educator, publicist, and public figure. Focusing on his views about language, the study highlights Behbudi's advocacy for the development and preservation of the Uzbek literary language while addressing the challenges posed by foreign linguistic influences. The article also examines the relevance of Behbudi's ideas in contemporary contexts, where the Uzbek language faces new influences from Western languages. By analyzing his theories and practical approaches, this study sheds light on Behbudi's enduring legacy in shaping Uzbek linguistic and cultural identity.