Review of the International Scientific Conference“The Evolution of Medieval State and Law in the Political Entities of Chinggis Khan, Timur, and Their Successors”

This article provides a comprehensive review of the International Scientific Conference, “The Evolution of Medieval State and Law in the Political Entities of Chinggis Khan, Timur, and Their Successors”, held on 23 May 2025, at Kazan University. The conference brought together scholars from Russia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Azerbaijan to examine the legal and administrative systems of medieval Eurasian empires, particularly the Golden Horde and the Timurid Empire. Key themes included the synthesis of Mongol, Turkic, and Islamic legal traditions, the sacralization of power, and the role of Chinggisid law as a unifying ius commune across diverse regions. The participants’ presentations highlighted groundbreaking research based on archival documents and medieval legal sources, such as yarligs (decrees), law codes, and administrative treatises. Notable discussions focused on the legal reforms of Khan Kasym, the influence of the Hanafi school in the Golden Horde, and the Mongol Empire’s administrative strategies in conquered territories. The conference underscored the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in studying medieval Eurasian legal systems, combining historical, juridical, and philological methodologies. The findings emphasized the need for further research into the legal frameworks of Chinggisid and Timurid states, particularly their adaptability and regional variations. The event also facilitated scholarly dialogue on under-researched sources like The Secret History of the Mongols, Kara Tavarih, and Dastur al-Katib. This review synthesizes the conference’s key contributions, offering insights into the evolution of statehood and law in medieval Eurasia.