yorliq
Yorliq is a term historically used in Turkic and Mongol contexts, particularly within the Golden Horde and its successor states. It generally refers to a royal decree, an official document, or a proclamation issued by a ruler. These documents often carried significant legal and administrative weight, outlining laws, appointments, land grants, or other important state matters. The term itself is of Turkic origin, related to words meaning "order" or "command."
Yorliqs served as a primary means of communication and governance for the ruling elite. They were often