THE FAMILY AS THE PRIMARY SOCIAL INSTITUTION OF SOCIETY: A PHILOSOPHICAL APPROACH
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https://doi.org/10.37547/Keywords:
Family, young family, social institution, values, philosophy, Uzbekistan, social stability, classical thought.Abstract
This paper explores the philosophical foundations of the family as the fundamental social institution in society, with a particular focus on young families in Uzbekistan. Drawing upon classical, Marxist, Islamic, and modern Uzbek philosophical perspectives, the article analyzes the family through ontological, axiological, ethical, sociological, and historical lenses. The study concludes that the young family plays a vital role in ensuring societal stability, transmitting cultural values, and adapting to modern socioeconomic challenges. Comprehensive support—legal, economic, and moral—is essential for the healthy development of young families as they serve as agents of both continuity and change.
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