Soviet studies on the history and culture of Afghanistan (1933-1978)

I.M. Reisner’s works on Afghanistan laid the foundation for historical scientific research of this country. The compilation of geographical maps of the North of Afghanistan and the study of its history and culture in the post-war period (ethnic groups and political development) were carried out by researchers of the USSR. V.G. Korgun was one of the most prolific historical scientists in the field of Afghanistan studies, a leading specialist and analyst on the entire spectrum of its problems. It is also worth considering the work of Kh.N. Nazarov on traditional deconstruction in Afghanistan. Certainly, we should not ignore the role of these studies in influencing and expanding relations between the USSR and Afghanistan. The USSR's studies on the history and culture of Afghanistan served as a basis for scientific and historical research in this country. The author of the article tried to determine the place of the USSR in the historical and cultural study of Afghanistan and through it to stabilize the growth of the scientific research environment of this country.