FROM THE HISTORY OF IRRIGATION CONSTRUCTION IN THE KOKAND KHANATE

Abstract

This article, based on primary sources and new scientific literature, analyzes the issues of irrigation construction in the Fergana Valley during the existence of the Kokand Khanate. Important information was collected on the construction of new canals and irrigation networks by the Kokand khans in various regions of the Fergana Valley, on the introduction of new irrigation lands into economic circulation, and the volume of water supply to newly built irrigation structures. There is interesting information about the construction of ditches and canals by some officials of the Kokand Khanate, in addition to the khans. Information is also provided on the forms of use of artificial irrigation networks, the duties and tasks of persons responsible and accountable for water supply, such as kok-bashi, mirob-boshi, aryk aksakals, and forms of remuneration for their work.