The Influence of the Policies of the Russian Empire and Colonial Administration in the Agricultural Sector in the Country of Turkeston on the Vaqf Properties

Abstract

This article provides information about the impact of the policy of the Russian
Empire and the colonial administration on the agrarian sector in Turkestan, the legal basis of this
policy, the liquidation of the foundation properties, and their transformation into state property. In
addition, the main goal of the colonial administration to end the endowment was also highlighted.
Also, registration of 212 madrassas in Turkestan by the General Vaqf Department, and their
gradual closure. It is reported that their buildings were adapted to new Soviet schools, religious
subjects were completely removed from the curriculum of madrasahs, and historians' research on
this topic.