Historical roots of social mobility in Kyrgyzstan

The article is devoted to the study of the historical roots of social mobility in Kyrgyzstan, analyzing the influence of traditional social structures, the colonial period, the Soviet era and post-Soviet transformations on the dynamics of social stratification. Key factors such as nomadic culture, clan relations, urbanization, educational reforms, and economic changes that have created opportunities for vertical and horizontal mobility are considered. Particular attention is paid to continuity and gaps in social practices, as well as their impact on modern Kyrgyz society. Based on the historical analysis, the features of social mobility in the context of national identity and globalization are revealed.