There had been a strong Uzbek national identity prior to the formation of the Uzbek Soviet Socialist Republic.

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Prior to the formation of the Uzbek Soviet Socialist Republic, the concept of a unified Uzbek national identity was not strongly established. The region was characterized by a diverse mix of peoples, and the notion of a singular Uzbek identity was largely shaped and promoted during the Soviet era, as part of the Soviet nationalities policy.

There Had Been a Strong Uzbek National Identity Prior to the Formation