Mechanisms for the formation of new elites in the North Caucasus under conditions of socio-political transformations (late imperial - early Soviet periods): historiographical review

The progressive development of society largely depends on the select group of people - the elite. A comprehensive study of the influence of elite groups on the political and socio-economic development of the country in different historical eras is a very relevant research problem. In the modern period of large-scale socio-economic and political transformations and scientific and technological development of Russian society the role of the elite as a special social stratum is increasing. On the one hand, it initiates the changes taking place in society, and on the other hand, takes an active part in their implementation, and comprehends the ways and prospects for the further historical development of Russia. The article deals with the main problems of elite formation in the North Caucasus in the first third of the 20th century in the light of modern Russian historiography.