Mamlakatlar
Mamlakatlar is a term used in Uzbek and other Turkic languages to denote states, realms, or political territories that are governed by a ruler and hold a defined jurisdiction. The word conveys a sense of sovereignty and organized governance, not just geographic area.
Etymology and usage: the word mamlakat originates from Arabic meaning kingdom or sovereignty, and in Uzbek
Historical context: Central Asia and the broader Turkic world have long featured numerous mamlakatlar with shifting
Contemporary usage: in modern Uzbek, mamlakatlar can be used to refer to countries in a general sense,