TRADITIONS AND CUSTOMS OF THE TAJIKS OF THE NURОTАOASIS RELATING TO LIVESTOCK

Abstract

In this article traditions related to cattle-raising of tadjiks in Nurato oasis have been analyzed in detail. Livestock has been one of the main occupations of various peoples. In particular, the population of the Nurato oasis has been mainly engaged in animal husbandry, and a number of customs, traditions and values associated with animal husbandry, as well as various rituals have been formed over the years. The article analyzes the livestock-related customs, traditions and rituals of the Tajiks of the Nurato oasis on the basis of various sources and scientific literature, as well as field research