Article 1. The Concept of a Public Association
On public associations in the Republic of Uzbekistan (223-XII-son) · Date: 15.02.1991 · In force
A public association is a voluntary entity formed as a result of the free expression of will by citizens who unite in order to jointly realize their rights, freedoms, and lawful interests in the fields of politics, the economy, social development, science, culture, ecology, and other spheres of life.
Political parties, mass movements, trade unions, organizations of women, youth and children, veterans and persons with disabilities, scientific-technical, cultural-educational, physical culture and sports, and other voluntary societies, creative unions, compatriot associations, associations, and other associations of citizens shall be recognized as public associations.
This Law shall not apply to cooperative organizations or other entities established for commercial purposes or aimed at assisting enterprises and organizations in obtaining profit (income), to religious organizations, bodies of citizensʼ self-government, as well as to other bodies the establishment and activities of which are regulated by other legislation.
