In the understanding of Kazakhs, a woman is first of all a faithful wife and a keeper of the hearth. The choice of a life partner, the creation of a family union are a special area of human relations, and the Kazakh people attached great importance to this event. This was noticeably reflected in folklore, for example, Kazakh poets and zhyrau in their works gave detailed advice to men in choosing a future spouse. They suggest first of all to pay attention to the nature of the woman (in Kazakh - "minіzіdі"). In the Kazakh family, the responsibilities of wife and husband are strictly divided. A man is the head of the family, and a woman is his wise assistant, supporting with his advice in difficult life vicissitudes. A woman with a good character, "Mіnezdі Uyel" is just such a wife who understands her place in the family and society.
It should be emphasized that the Kazakhs have a special, reverent attitude towards their daughter. Observing the principles of strict upbringing of a daughter, Kazakhs at the same time showed great honors to their daughters both before marriage and after she became a member of another family.
Consider what role a Kazakh woman plays in modern society. Modern Kazakhstan woman - who is she?
The sustainable development of our country allowed us to direct the fruits of economic growth for the benefit of Kazakhstani families, when, in the words of the Head of State, we received "funds for state support of mothers and children in a form acceptable to the state, and for an effective demographic policy in support of families."
In the 21st century, the world has radically changed, the achievements of science and new technologies have stepped far forward, while changing the face of modern society.
A significant role in modern society is played by a woman with new psychological traits.
In recent years, a large number of successful women have appeared. Women with their own business, occupying a high post, economically independent of men. This is not just a woman with the traditional norm of role-playing behavior, it is a completely new psychological structure.
The current representative of the weaker sex herself chooses the path she wants to take, she herself chooses and determines herself spiritual and moral values.
In the process of historical development, Kazakhstan has become a kind of connecting link between East and West, the Muslim and Christian world, Turkic and Slavic peoples. Religious and cultural diversity has evolved in the heart of Eurasia over a long historical period.
Women in the process of adapting to new conditions of life improve themselves, their livelihoods, actualize their capabilities and abilities, including in the areas of social interaction, carry out the selection of certain strategies of their activities.
Thus, the role of women in modern society is increasingly determined by her right not only to actively work, raise children, but also to take direct part in the socio-political processes of the country, which directly reflects the demand of the present.
J. A. Kasymova,
Head of the International Cooperation Division of the International Center for Cultures and Religions of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Religious Affairs.