Publication Details
Issue: Vol 71, No (2026)
ISSN: 2544-980X
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Abstract

This article explores the historical development of Turko-Mongol tribes in Central Asia and their role in shaping the political and cultural landscape of the Eurasian steppe. It examines the close interaction between Turkic and Mongolic peoples, emphasizing their shared nomadic lifestyle, social organization, and participation in tribal federations. Particular attention is given to the processes of political fragmentation and consolidation that characterized the region prior to the 13th  century. The study also analyzes the broader geopolitical context, including the influence of neighboring states such as the Song dynasty, Jin dynasty, and the Khwarazmian Empire. The rise of Genghis Khan is presented as a culmination of long-term socio-political developments within the steppe world, leading to the unification of previously fragmented tribes and the creation of a vast empire. The article concludes that the emergence of the Mongol Empire was the result of deep-rooted historical processes, including cultural integration, military cooperation, and political adaptation among Turko-Mongol tribes.

Keywords
Turko-Mongol tribes Central Asia nomadic society steppe civilization Mongol Empire tribal federations Eurasian steppe and medieval history political organization cultural interaction