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Abstract
This paper explores the theoretical and legal frameworks governing the categorization of civil society institutions within the Republic of Uzbekistan. In the context of the "New Uzbekistan" development strategy and recent constitutional reforms, the study examines how the legal status of non-state actors has evolved from passive objects of regulation to active strategic partners of the state. The author analyzes various criteria for classification, including functional purpose, organizational and legal forms, and the nature of their interaction with public authorities. Special attention is given to Chapter XIII of the updated Constitution, which serves as a foundational element for a new categorical apparatus. The research concludes that transitioning toward a pluralistic model of social dialogue requires a refined legal taxonomy that reflects the shifting paradigm from a state-centric triad to a "network partnership" concept.