theme 9 Flashcards
What has become a main state policy in Uzbekistan after the Proclamation of Independence?
Ensuring the social protection of the population
This is a priority in the transition to a market economy.
What is one principle of the Uzbek model of development?
A strong social policy
This involves state support for socially vulnerable segments of the population.
What major economic issues were faced during the initial stage of transition to a market economy in Uzbekistan?
Denationalization, price liberalization, reduction of wages
These issues led to the emergence of an insecure population.
What was one of the directions of state support in Uzbekistan?
Protection of the level of income of the population
This was crucial in response to economic reforms.
What is the real purpose of all reforms implemented in Uzbekistan?
To create decent living conditions for the citizens
What measure was introduced in January 1993 to protect the income of the population?
A unified tariff scale
This linked salaries to the minimum wage.
How did the Cabinet Ministers of Uzbekistan change the tariff categories in 2009?
Decreased from 23 categories to 22 categories
The zero category was abandoned.
What was the main focus of measures during the liberalization of prices?
Protection of socially vulnerable segments of the population
This included establishing state control of the domestic consumer market.
What types of goods continued to have fixed prices for social protection?
Bread, flour prices, housing, communal services, urban transport
What additional social benefits were introduced for primary school students?
Free breakfast for primary school students and single pensioners
Also included free meals for children under 2 years old.
What financial support was provided to families with children under 2 years of age?
Payment of 1.5 times minimum wage
What exemption was granted to lonely pensioners?
Exemption from payment for housing and communal services
What is the right of citizens of Uzbekistan regarding education and religion?
Separation of the education system from religion
Inclusion of religious subjects in the curriculum is not allowed.
What institution was created to coordinate relations between the state and religion?
The Committee on Religious Affairs under the Cabinet of Ministers
What is the number of religious organizations in Uzbekistan?
About 2250 organizations of 16 religious denominations
What role do inter-ethnic factors play in Uzbekistan?
Crucial for ensuring socio-political stability
What legal bases for interethnic harmony were established in Uzbekistan?
Constitutional articles ensuring equality and respect for all ethnicities
What was established on January 13, 1992, among Central Asian republics?
The International Republican Cultural Center
How many national cultural centers exist in Uzbekistan today?
137 centers
What are the three main areas of operation for National Cultural Centers?
- Restoration of language, culture, customs, and traditions
- Recognizing Uzbekistan as their true Motherland
- Living in friendship and cooperation with the Uzbek people
In how many languages are educational programs implemented in Uzbekistan?
Seven languages
True or False: The inclusion of religious subjects in the educational curriculum of Uzbekistan is allowed.
False
