THE DISCOURSE OF THE MEMORY POLITICS IN THE CONTEMPORARY REPUBLIC OF BASHKORTOSTAN

Аннотация

This research is devoted to identifying the peculiarities of memory politics discourse in the contemporary Republic of Bashkortostan. The politics of memory amalgamates significant past symbols and events to formulate and replicate a specific narrative, which interprets the historical social reality and manages collective memory. Furthermore, this policy direction has a significant impact on the formation of national and civic identity. The Republic of Bashkortostan is a multi-ethnic and multi-confessional region with a long history. The discourse of memory politics in Bashkortostan is shaped by the mutual influence of various factors, including the Soviet legacy, national (ethnic) identity politics, and the geographical location of the region. This research analyzes the discursive elements that shape memory politics in the Republic of Bashkortostan, examining historical narratives, cultural symbols, and commemorative practices. Additionally, it explores how memory politics serve to construct and negotiate diverse identities, including national and civic identities. The study examines specific cases of elites' activities in the Republic of Bashkortostan in commemorating places of memory; the article identifies the key “sites of memory” (in P. Nora’s understanding) for the political-historical discourse of Bashkortostan. The study's conclusions indicate that the discussion of memory politics in Bashkortostan is a complex and contradictory field, which reflects the interaction of multiple factors. This highlights the requirement for further research on this topic, specifically regarding the role of memory politics in the construction of political and ethnic identity in the region.

Ключевые слова:

memory politics, Republic of Bashkortostan, discourse, ethnic identity, historical narratives, cultural symbols, commemorative practices