Philosophical-Enlightenmental Ideas of the Jadids

This article explores the philosophical and educational ideas of Jadid thinkers, who played a pivotal role in the national awakening and enlightenment movement in Turkestan during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Faced with the dual challenges of colonial oppression by the Russian Empire and internal religious fanaticism, Jadid intellectuals such as Mahmudkhuja Behbudi, Abdulla Avloniy, Abdurauf Fitrat, and others, emerged as key figures advocating for national identity, modern education, and social reform. Their efforts to reform the outdated educational system and promote secular knowledge laid the foundation for the intellectual and cultural revival of the Uzbek nation. This study highlights the relevance of Jadid philosophical-educational ideas in contemporary society, emphasizing that many of the social issues they addressed — such as the importance of women’s education and national self-awareness — remain pertinent today. The enduring legacy of the Jadids, as emphasized by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, continues to offer solutions and insights into the current challenges faced by Uzbek society