Abstract
The article provides a systematic analysis of the fundamental changes and transformational processes that took place in the cultural life of Uzbek society between 2016 and 2026. The relevance of the topic is explained by the fact that, as a result of the reforms carried out in the country, the sphere of culture has been consistently renewed in institutional, legal and technological terms. The study examines the modern political and legal foundations of the sphere, as well as the statistical dynamics of theatres, museums, libraries and cultural centres, on the basis of official data for 2016–2025. Content analysis, comparative and statistical methods, and a systemic approach were applied. Particular attention is paid to a comparative assessment of the impact of digitalisation on the spiritual life of the population and to the introduction of virtual exhibitions and electronic services. On the basis of statistical data, the rates of growth of cultural infrastructure, public participation in cultural events and interregional digital inequality are analysed. The findings show that cultural transformation has proceeded unevenly across institutions: although the number of establishments has declined in some areas, the scale of use of their services has expanded considerably. In conclusion, evidence-based recommendations and priority directions are formulated for preserving the national cultural heritage, developing cultural facilities in remote areas and integrating digital culture into a single system.