The Specific Features of the Soviet Population Resettlement Policy in Uzbekistan

This article examines the specific features of the Soviet population resettlement policy in Uzbekistan, its socio-economic, political, and demographic consequences, as well as its impact on local communities and national identity. The study analyzes the historical background, mechanisms, and objectives of forced and planned migration processes implemented during the Soviet period. Particular attention is given to changes in ethnic composition, labor distribution, agricultural and industrial development, and the transformation of social structures in Uzbekistan. The research also highlights the long-term implications of Soviet resettlement policies for demographic development and interethnic relations in the post-Soviet period.