The Political Activity Of Mirza Salimbek

Abstract

This article analyzes the political activity of Mirza Salimbek, his attitude toward the Jadid movement, and his role in the socio-political processes of the Bukhara Emirate. The study highlights Salimbek’s firm stance in defending the interests of the local population, his complex relations with the emirate administration, and the historical reasons for his opposition to the Jadids. Particular attention is given to his religious and social views, commitment to traditional Islamic values, and his critical perception of Western modernization. The article also examines Salimbek’s interactions with contemporaries such as Abdurauf Fitrat, Mirzo Nasrullo, and Fayzulla Khojaev, as well as his post-1920 activities, offering a new perspective on his place in Bukhara’s history.