AN ANALYSIS OF THE IRRIGATION INFRASTRUCTURE IN SAMARKAND PROVINCE AT THE TURN OF THE 20TH CENTURY

Abstract

At the outset of the 20th century, the Soviet government, driven by pertinent political and economic objectives, commenced the implementation of a policy aimed at the development of the irrigation system and the construction of reclamation facilities in Uzbekistan. Consequently, to optimize the utilization of irrigated lands within the republic, efforts were made to enhance the mechanization of agricultural operations, consolidate small irrigation areas, emphasize the leveling of irrigation territories, andexpand the scope of irrigation and reclamation activities.