Marriage Issues in the Family Ties of Kungirat Uzbeks
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17605/cajssh.v5i6.1131Keywords:
Kungirot, Clan marriage, Bride-groom, Bride price, Engagement, Father-in-law, Mother-in-lawAbstract
This study examines the family dynamics among the Kungirot Uzbeks in the northern mountainous regions of Surxondarya, specifically in Boysun and Sherobod districts. Focusing on traditions related to marriage, the research explores the unique customs passed down through generations of the Qong‘irot clan, including the preparation of daughters for family life, expectations of brides in household responsibilities, and pre-marital relationships between girls and boys. Despite previous studies on Uzbek family traditions, little research has focused on these specific regional practices. Using ethnographic methods, the study reveals that traditional values still shape marital expectations and household roles, highlighting the persistence of clan-based customs in modern family structures. The findings have implications for understanding the cultural preservation of marriage customs in Uzbek society.
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