The main branches of economic development of the peoples of the North Caucasus in the second half of the XIX century

This article is devoted to the analysis of the main directions of development of the economy of the North Caucasus in the second half of the XIX century. Characteristics are given to the main sectors of the region's economy in the post-reform period. The main changes in the region's economy in the second half of the 19th century were identified, as well as factors that had a significant impact on the current economic situation of the region during this period were noted.