MECHANISMS OF CITIZEN PARTICIPATION IN THE LOCAL SELF-GOVERNMENT SYSTEM OF THE KYRGYZ REPUBLIC: A REGULATORY AND LEGAL ANALYSIS

Abstract

The article presents a regulatory and legal analysis of the mechanisms of citizens' participation in the local self-governance system of the Kyrgyz Republic. The study covers the constitutional foundations, legislative acts, and subordinate regulatory documents governing the forms of direct and representative participation of the population in the management of local community affairs. Special attention is paid to the practice of implementing such institutions as local referendums, kurultais, public hearings, civic initiatives, and bodies of territorial public self-governance. Significant gaps and conflicts in the current legislation that hinder effective citizens' participation in resolving issues of local significance are identified. Proposals are formulated for improving the legal framework and enhancing citizens' engagement in the local self-governance system.