SHOISLOM SHOMUHAMEDOV AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF UZBEK ORIENTAL STUDIES

This article analyzes the life, scholarly activity, and creative legacy of Shoislom Shomuhamedov, a scholar, translator, and educator who made an enormous contribution to the development of Uzbek Oriental studies and translation studies. The article highlights the scholar’s contributions to Persian-Tajik classical literature, Iranian studies, literary translation, and the study of Eastern culture. In addition, Shoislom Shomuhamedov’s participation in the translation of the Shahnameh, his scientific and pedagogical activities, and his role in the formation of the Uzbek school of Oriental studies are examined on a scholarly basis. During the research process, the scholar’s academic views, enlightenment ideas, and translation mastery are analyzed.