The Evolution of Bosniak Political Life: From a Religious Movement to Political Organization [1878-1906]

Authors : Enes Turbıc, Sabri Can Sannav

Pages : 195-234

Doi:10.21021/osmed.1625946

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Publication Date : 2025-09-15

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This article examines the origins of modern political life among the Bosniaks of BiH during the Austro-Hungarian era, focusing on the evolution of their political life and the emergence and activities of the first Bosniak political organization. Additionally, this article researches the political panorama of BiH at the time, including the significant political processes, events, and developments that shaped the fate of this country. The article aims to analyze the political structures of the Bosniaks during the 1878-1906 period, focusing on the processes of their political organization facilities and the developmental course of the political organization. Furthermore, this article researches the reasons behind the establishment of this organization, its evolution, programs, and activities, and its role on the political scene of BiH. Moreover, this article specializes on the organization’s influence on developing national consciousness among the Bosniaks. The research draws upon archival sources and literature in Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, German, English, and Turkish, employing methods of analysis and comparison to examine the subject comprehensively.
Keywords : Bosna Hersek, Boşnaklar, Avusturya-Macaristan, Müslüman Halk Teşkilatı, Balkanlar

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