Theoretical and legal basis of the concept of discrimination

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Mahinabonu Sirojidinova

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This article examines the theoretical and legal aspects of the concept of discrimination as a socio-legal phenomenon. It analyzes the main approaches to defining discrimination in legal science, as well as its classification based on various criteria. Particular attention is given to the study of the normative legal foundations for combating discrimination. The author emphasizes the need to clarify legal criteria for identifying discriminatory practices and proposes directions for improving legal regulation in this area.


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Sirojidinova, M. (2025). Theoretical and legal basis of the concept of discrimination. Scientific Collection «InterConf+», (59(256), 167–187. https://doi.org/10.51582/interconf.19-20.07.2025.018
Author Biography

Mahinabonu Sirojidinova, Tajik National University; Republic of Tajikistan

PhD Student at the Department of human rights and comparative law, faculty of law

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