THE LAW OF THE REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN “ON ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES”: ESSENCE, BASIC PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICAL SIGNIFICANCE

Abstract

This article analyzes the essence, purpose, scope and basic principles of the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Administrative Procedures” from a legal and academic perspective. It also examines the practical significance of the right to be heard, openness and transparency, the “one-stop-shop” principle, the requirement of reasoned administrative acts, and the institution of administrative complaint established by the Law. The author substantiates that this Law serves as an important legal foundation for ensuring the rights and legitimate interests of citizens and business entities, reducing excessive bureaucracy, and organizing administrative activity on the basis of modern legal standards. The article also shows that the adoption and entry into force of the Law contributed to the formation of unified procedural standards in the activity of administrative bodies, improved the quality of administrative decision-making, and strengthened legal certainty in relations between the state and individuals.