THE ANDIJAN UPRISING OF 1898: CAUSES, PARTICIPANTS, AND CONSEQUENCES

Abstract

This article explores the Andijan Uprising of 1898 in the Ferghana Valley, a significant anti-colonial movement against the Russian Empire in Central Asia. The study focuses on the underlying socio-economic and religious causes of the revolt, the identity and motivations of its participants, and the outcomes of the event for both the region and colonial administration. Through historical analysis, the article contributes to understanding local resistance to imperial rule and its place in Central Asian historiography.