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The Khanate of Khiva: History and Governance

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Title: The Khanate of Khiva: History and Governance

Total Categories: 7

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  • Founding and Dynastic History: 7 flashcards, 9 questions
  • Geography, Capitals, and Demographics: 13 flashcards, 11 questions
  • Political Structure and Governance: 4 flashcards, 5 questions
  • Key Historical Events and External Relations: 14 flashcards, 14 questions
  • Society and Culture: 7 flashcards, 11 questions
  • End of the Khanate and Soviet Era: 5 flashcards, 5 questions
  • General Information and Source Notes: 2 flashcards, 2 questions

Total Stats

  • Total Flashcards: 52
  • True/False Questions: 28
  • Multiple Choice Questions: 29
  • Total Questions: 57

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Study Guide: The Khanate of Khiva: History and Governance

Study Guide: The Khanate of Khiva: History and Governance

Founding and Dynastic History

The Khanate of Khiva maintained continuous existence from its founding in 1511 until its dissolution in 1920, without any periods of interruption.

Answer: False

The source indicates that the Khanate of Khiva experienced a period of Afsharid Iranian occupation between 1740 and 1747, thus it did not exist without interruption.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.

The Arabshahid dynasty, founded in 1511, marked the beginning of the Khanate of Khiva under the leadership of Ilbars I.

Answer: True

The source confirms that Ilbars I founded the Arabshahid dynasty in 1511, initiating the Khanate of Khiva.

Related Concepts:

  • Who founded the Arabshahid dynasty in 1511, and what were the circumstances surrounding its establishment?: Ilbars I founded the Arabshahid dynasty in 1511 subsequent to the expulsion of a Persian garrison, thereby establishing an independent khanate amidst conflicts with the Shaybanids and Safavid Persia.
  • Which dynasty was established in 1511, initiating the Khanate of Khiva?: The Arabshahid dynasty, also referred to as the Yadigarid Shibanid dynasty, was founded in 1511 by Ilbars I.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.

Ilbars I founded the Arabshahid dynasty in 1511 after successfully defending against Shaybanid incursions.

Answer: True

The source confirms that Ilbars I founded the Arabshahid dynasty in 1511 following the expulsion of a Persian garrison and amidst conflicts with the Shaybanids and Safavid Persia.

Related Concepts:

  • Who founded the Arabshahid dynasty in 1511, and what were the circumstances surrounding its establishment?: Ilbars I founded the Arabshahid dynasty in 1511 subsequent to the expulsion of a Persian garrison, thereby establishing an independent khanate amidst conflicts with the Shaybanids and Safavid Persia.
  • Which dynasty was established in 1511, initiating the Khanate of Khiva?: The Arabshahid dynasty, also referred to as the Yadigarid Shibanid dynasty, was founded in 1511 by Ilbars I.
  • Who was Ilbars I, and what were his principal actions as the inaugural Khan?: Ilbars I, the first Khan reigning from 1511 to 1518, was installed through local support and effectively led the expulsion of Persian forces. He also instigated Uzbek raids into Khorasan.

The Qungrat tribe gradually gained power after 1746, eventually establishing their own formal dynasty in 1804 under Iltuzar Khan.

Answer: True

The source confirms the Qungrat tribe's increasing power after 1746 and the formalization of their rule as a dynasty under Iltuzar Khan in 1804.

Related Concepts:

  • Which tribal group progressively augmented its influence in Khiva post-1746, ultimately formalizing its dominion as a dynasty?: The Qungrat tribe progressively increased its power after 1746, installing puppet khans, and their rule was formally established as the Qungrat dynasty under Iltuzar Khan in 1804.

Sayid Abdullah was the last Khan of the Arabshahid dynasty, abdicating in 1920.

Answer: False

The source identifies Sayid Abdullah as the last Khan of the Qungrat dynasty, not the Arabshahid dynasty, and he abdicated in 1920.

Related Concepts:

  • Who was the final ruling Khan of the Qungrat dynasty, and what ultimately became of him?: Sayid Abdullah served as the last ruling Khan of the Qungrat dynasty. He abdicated on February 2, 1920, which precipitated the Khanate's replacement by a Soviet republic.

What was the approximate duration of the Khanate of Khiva's existence as a state?

Answer: 1511 to 1920

The source indicates the Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What was the approximate territorial area of the Khanate of Khiva in 1911?: In 1911, the Khanate of Khiva encompassed an area of approximately 67,521 square kilometers (26,070 square miles).

Who founded the Arabshahid dynasty in 1511, marking the beginning of the Khanate of Khiva?

Answer: Ilbars I

The source confirms that Ilbars I founded the Arabshahid dynasty in 1511, initiating the Khanate of Khiva.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • Which dynasty was established in 1511, initiating the Khanate of Khiva?: The Arabshahid dynasty, also referred to as the Yadigarid Shibanid dynasty, was founded in 1511 by Ilbars I.

Who was the last ruling Khan of the Qungrat dynasty, and what was his fate?

Answer: Sayid Abdullah, who abdicated and was replaced by a Soviet republic.

The source identifies Sayid Abdullah as the last ruling Khan of the Qungrat dynasty, who abdicated on February 2, 1920, leading to the Khanate's replacement by a Soviet republic.

Related Concepts:

  • Who was the final ruling Khan of the Qungrat dynasty, and what ultimately became of him?: Sayid Abdullah served as the last ruling Khan of the Qungrat dynasty. He abdicated on February 2, 1920, which precipitated the Khanate's replacement by a Soviet republic.
  • Which tribal group progressively augmented its influence in Khiva post-1746, ultimately formalizing its dominion as a dynasty?: The Qungrat tribe progressively increased its power after 1746, installing puppet khans, and their rule was formally established as the Qungrat dynasty under Iltuzar Khan in 1804.
  • What role did Junaid Khan assume during the concluding years of the Khanate of Khiva?: Junaid Khan, a prominent leader of the Turkmen Yomut tribe, played a pivotal role in the Khanate's dissolution by vanquishing the Khivan army in early 1920 and subsequently executing the final Khan, Isfandiyar Jurji Bahadur.

What was the fate of Isfandiyar Jurji Bahadur, the Khan from 1910 to 1918?

Answer: He was executed by Junaid Khan after losing control of the country.

The source indicates that Isfandiyar Jurji Bahadur relinquished control of the Khanate to Junaid Khan and was subsequently executed by the latter.

Related Concepts:

  • What transpired concerning Isfandiyar Jurji Bahadur, the Khan of Khiva from 1910 to 1918?: Isfandiyar Jurji Bahadur relinquished control of the Khanate to Junaid Khan of the Turkmen Yomut tribe and was subsequently executed by the latter.
  • What role did Junaid Khan assume during the concluding years of the Khanate of Khiva?: Junaid Khan, a prominent leader of the Turkmen Yomut tribe, played a pivotal role in the Khanate's dissolution by vanquishing the Khivan army in early 1920 and subsequently executing the final Khan, Isfandiyar Jurji Bahadur.
  • Who was Muhammad Rahim Bahadur II (Feruz Khan), and what was the nature of his state's relationship with Russia?: Muhammad Rahim Bahadur II (Feruz Khan) reigned from 1864 to 1910. During his tenure, the Khanate of Khiva was subjugated by Russia in 1873, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate.

Geography, Capitals, and Demographics

The Khanate of Khiva was geographically centered in arid desert plains situated significantly north of the Aral Sea.

Answer: False

The source indicates the Khanate of Khiva was centered in the fertile plains along the lower Amu Darya river, south of the Aral Sea, not in arid plains far north of it.

Related Concepts:

  • In which geographical region was the Khanate of Khiva primarily situated?: The Khanate of Khiva was centered within the irrigated plains of the lower Amu Darya river, located south of the Aral Sea.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.

Khiva served as the capital of the Khanate from its inception in 1511 until the state's dissolution in 1920.

Answer: False

The source indicates that while Khiva became the capital from 1599 onwards, the initial capital was Konye-Urgench, meaning Khiva did not serve as the capital from inception.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • To which historical region does the territory of the Khanate of Khiva correspond in contemporary geography?: The territory historically encompassed by the Khanate of Khiva largely corresponds to areas within present-day western Uzbekistan, notably Karakalpakstan and Xorazm Region, as well as the Daşoguz Region of Turkmenistan.

The term 'Khanate of Khiva' was the designation used by the inhabitants to refer to their polity.

Answer: False

The source indicates that the inhabitants referred to their polity as 'vilayet Khwārazm,' not 'Khanate of Khiva,' which was a Russian exonym.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the etymological origin of the designation 'Khanate of Khiva'?: The designation 'Khanate of Khiva' is a calque derived from the Russian exonym 'Khivinskoe khanstvo.' Indigenous inhabitants referred to their polity as 'vilayet Khwārazm.'
  • What designation did the inhabitants use for the polity commonly referred to as the Khanate of Khiva?: The inhabitants of the polity did not employ the term "Khanate of Khiva"; rather, they designated it as the "vilayet Khwārazm" (country of Khwārazm).
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.

Konye-Urgench served as the capital of the Khanate of Khiva from 1599 until its dissolution.

Answer: False

The source states that Konye-Urgench was the capital from 1511 to 1598, after which the capital was moved to Khiva.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the principal successive capitals of the Khanate of Khiva?: The initial capital was Konye-Urgench, serving from 1511 to 1598. Subsequently, the capital was relocated to Khiva, which functioned as the political center from 1599 until the Khanate's dissolution in 1920.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.

The capital was moved from Konye-Urgench to Khiva primarily due to increased trade opportunities in the new location.

Answer: False

The source indicates the capital was moved from Konye-Urgench to Khiva around 1600 primarily due to the drying up of the Daryaliq river, not increased trade opportunities.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the principal successive capitals of the Khanate of Khiva?: The initial capital was Konye-Urgench, serving from 1511 to 1598. Subsequently, the capital was relocated to Khiva, which functioned as the political center from 1599 until the Khanate's dissolution in 1920.
  • What significant environmental alteration around 1600 necessitated the relocation of the capital from Konye-Urgench to Khiva?: The desiccation of the Daryaliq, a western tributary of the Oxus river, around 1600 prompted the relocation of the capital southward to Khiva.
  • In which geographical region was the Khanate of Khiva primarily situated?: The Khanate of Khiva was centered within the irrigated plains of the lower Amu Darya river, located south of the Aral Sea.

The population of the Khanate of Khiva was approximately 1,000,000 in 1908.

Answer: False

The source provides population estimates of approximately 700,000 in 1902 and 800,000 in 1908, not 1,000,000.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the approximate population of the Khanate of Khiva circa 1908?: The population of the Khanate of Khiva was estimated at approximately 800,000 in 1908.
  • What was the estimated population of the Khanate of Khiva in 1902?: The population of the Khanate of Khiva was estimated at approximately 700,000 in 1902.
  • What was the estimated population of the Khanate of Khiva in 1911?: In 1911, the population of the Khanate of Khiva was estimated at approximately 550,000.

In 1911, the area of the Khanate of Khiva was recorded as approximately 100,000 square kilometers.

Answer: False

The source records the area of the Khanate of Khiva in 1911 as approximately 67,521 square kilometers (26,070 square miles), not 100,000.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the approximate territorial area of the Khanate of Khiva in 1911?: In 1911, the Khanate of Khiva encompassed an area of approximately 67,521 square kilometers (26,070 square miles).
  • What was the territorial extent of the Khanate of Khiva in 1911?: In 1911, the Khanate of Khiva encompassed an area of approximately 67,521 square kilometers (26,070 square miles).
  • What was the estimated population of the Khanate of Khiva in 1911?: In 1911, the population of the Khanate of Khiva was estimated at approximately 550,000.

The Khanate of Khiva was geographically centered in which region?

Answer: The fertile plains along the lower Amu Darya river, south of the Aral Sea

The source states the Khanate of Khiva was centered within the irrigated plains of the lower Amu Darya river, located south of the Aral Sea.

Related Concepts:

  • In which geographical region was the Khanate of Khiva primarily situated?: The Khanate of Khiva was centered within the irrigated plains of the lower Amu Darya river, located south of the Aral Sea.
  • To which historical region does the territory of the Khanate of Khiva correspond in contemporary geography?: The territory historically encompassed by the Khanate of Khiva largely corresponds to areas within present-day western Uzbekistan, notably Karakalpakstan and Xorazm Region, as well as the Daşoguz Region of Turkmenistan.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.

Which city served as the capital of the Khanate of Khiva from 1599 until its dissolution?

Answer: Khiva

The source indicates that Khiva served as the political center from 1599 until the Khanate's dissolution in 1920.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What were the principal successive capitals of the Khanate of Khiva?: The initial capital was Konye-Urgench, serving from 1511 to 1598. Subsequently, the capital was relocated to Khiva, which functioned as the political center from 1599 until the Khanate's dissolution in 1920.

The name 'Khanate of Khiva' originates from:

Answer: A Russian exonym derived from the city name

The source indicates that the designation 'Khanate of Khiva' is a calque derived from the Russian exonym 'Khivinskoe khanstvo.'

Related Concepts:

  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • In which geographical region was the Khanate of Khiva primarily situated?: The Khanate of Khiva was centered within the irrigated plains of the lower Amu Darya river, located south of the Aral Sea.
  • What is the etymological origin of the designation 'Khanate of Khiva'?: The designation 'Khanate of Khiva' is a calque derived from the Russian exonym 'Khivinskoe khanstvo.' Indigenous inhabitants referred to their polity as 'vilayet Khwārazm.'

What was the primary environmental reason for moving the capital from Konye-Urgench to Khiva around 1600?

Answer: The Daryaliq river, a branch of the Oxus, dried up.

The source indicates the capital was moved from Konye-Urgench to Khiva around 1600 due to the desiccation of the Daryaliq, a western tributary of the Oxus river.

Related Concepts:

  • What significant environmental alteration around 1600 necessitated the relocation of the capital from Konye-Urgench to Khiva?: The desiccation of the Daryaliq, a western tributary of the Oxus river, around 1600 prompted the relocation of the capital southward to Khiva.

Political Structure and Governance

The Khanate of Khiva operated as a democratic republic throughout most of its history.

Answer: False

The source indicates the Khanate of Khiva functioned as an absolute monarchy, not a democratic republic.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.
  • What was the predominant form of governance within the Khanate of Khiva?: The Khanate of Khiva functioned as an absolute monarchy.

The Khanate of Khiva was consistently an independent state from its founding until its end in 1920.

Answer: False

The source details periods when the Khanate was a vassal state of Iran (1740-1747) and a Russian protectorate (1873-1920), indicating it was not consistently independent.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.
  • On what date was the Khanate of Khiva formally succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic?: The Khanate of Khiva was succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic on February 2, 1920, following an internal revolution.

The Khanate of Khiva primarily operated under which form of government?

Answer: Absolute Monarchy

The source indicates the Khanate of Khiva functioned as an absolute monarchy.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the predominant form of governance within the Khanate of Khiva?: The Khanate of Khiva functioned as an absolute monarchy.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.

Between 1740 and 1747, the Khanate of Khiva's political status was that of a:

Answer: Vassal state of Afsharid Iran

The source details that the Khanate existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.
  • What was the predominant form of governance within the Khanate of Khiva?: The Khanate of Khiva functioned as an absolute monarchy.

Muhammad Rahim Bahadur I's reign (1806-1825) is described as:

Answer: Cruel but effective in restoring order and expanding territory.

The source describes Muhammad Rahim Bahadur I's reign (1806-1825) as severe yet effective in re-establishing order, conquering the lower delta region, subjugating various tribes, and engaging in conflicts with Persia and Bukhara.

Related Concepts:

  • Who was Muhammad Rahim Bahadur I, and what were the defining characteristics of his reign?: Muhammad Rahim Bahadur I reigned from 1806 to 1825. His rule is characterized as severe yet effective in re-establishing order, conquering the lower delta region, subjugating various tribes, and engaging in conflicts with Persia and Bukhara.

Key Historical Events and External Relations

The Khanate of Khiva became a Russian protectorate following its conquest during the Khivan campaign of 1865.

Answer: False

The source indicates that the Khanate of Khiva became a Russian protectorate following the Khivan campaign of 1873, not 1865.

Related Concepts:

  • What specific event precipitated the Khanate of Khiva's transition to a Russian protectorate?: The Khanate of Khiva became a Russian protectorate subsequent to its conquest by the Russian Empire during the Khivan campaign of 1873.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What was the political status of Khiva subsequent to the Russian conquest in 1873?: Following the Russian conquest in 1873, Khiva was designated as a quasi-independent Russian protectorate.

Wars with the Khanate of Bukhara often occurred because both states vied for control of the same northern trade routes.

Answer: False

The source indicates that wars with Bukhara were primarily related to control over the lower Amu Darya river and its tributaries, which served as the main military approach route, rather than northern trade routes.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the nature of the relationship between the Khanate of Khiva and the Khanate of Bukhara?: The Khanate of Khiva and the Khanate of Bukhara engaged in frequent conflicts, with documented wars occurring across various periods, including 1538–40, 1593, 1655, 1656, 1662, 1684, 1689, 1694, and 1806.
  • What was the principal axis of military approach into the Khanate of Khiva, frequently resulting in conflicts with the Khanate of Bukhara?: The primary military approach into the Khanate followed the course of the Oxus river, precipitating numerous conflicts with the Khanate of Bukhara situated upstream.

Nader Shah of Persia conquered Khiva in 1740, executing the ruling Khan and freeing numerous slaves.

Answer: True

The source states that Nader Shah conquered Khiva in 1740, beheaded the ruling Khan Ilbars II, and freed a substantial number of slaves.

Related Concepts:

  • What pivotal event transpired in 1740 involving Nader Shah and the Khanate of Khiva?: Nader Shah conquered Khiva in 1740, ordered the execution of the ruling Khan Ilbars II, and liberated a significant number of enslaved individuals.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.

The Russian conquest of Khiva in 1873 led to the immediate abolition of the slave trade within the Khanate.

Answer: True

The source indicates that the Russian conquest in 1873 effectively ended the Khivan slave trade.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the consequence of the Russian conquest of Khiva in 1873 upon the practice of the slave trade?: The Russian conquest in 1873 effectively terminated the Khivan slave trade.
  • What specific event precipitated the Khanate of Khiva's transition to a Russian protectorate?: The Khanate of Khiva became a Russian protectorate subsequent to its conquest by the Russian Empire during the Khivan campaign of 1873.
  • What was the political status of Khiva subsequent to the Russian conquest in 1873?: Following the Russian conquest in 1873, Khiva was designated as a quasi-independent Russian protectorate.

The primary reason cited for the Russian campaign against Khiva in 1873 was the need to secure trade routes to India.

Answer: False

The source indicates that a principal justification for the 1873 campaign was the substantial population of Russian slaves held within Khiva, not securing trade routes to India.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the primary justifications presented for the Russian campaign against Khiva in 1873?: A principal justification cited for the 1873 campaign was the substantial population of Russian slaves held within Khiva, which provided a pretext for the Russian invasion.
  • What was the significance of the broader Russian conquest of Central Asia concerning the Khanate of Khiva?: The conquest of Khiva in 1873 was an integral component of the wider Russian conquest of Turkestan, aimed at extending Russian influence and dominion over the region.
  • What was the political status of Khiva subsequent to the Russian conquest in 1873?: Following the Russian conquest in 1873, Khiva was designated as a quasi-independent Russian protectorate.

British diplomats Captain James Abbott and Lieutenant Richmond Shakespear were instrumental in escalating Russian motives for conquering Khiva by advocating for stronger Russian control.

Answer: False

The source states that British diplomats Abbott and Shakespear successfully persuaded the Khan to free Russian slaves, thereby diminishing Russia's primary justification for conquest at that time, rather than escalating Russian motives.

Related Concepts:

  • How did the diplomatic endeavors of British representatives, notably Captain James Abbott and Lieutenant Richmond Shakespear, affect the Russian rationale for conquering Khiva during the mid-19th century?: British diplomats Abbott and Shakespear successfully persuaded the Khan of Khiva to emancipate Russian slaves and prohibit slave ownership, thereby reducing Russia's principal pretext for conquest during that period.
  • What was the significance of the "Great Game" within the geopolitical context of the Khanate of Khiva?: The "Great Game" denotes the geopolitical rivalry between the British and Russian Empires for dominance in Central Asia, with the Russian conquest of Khiva representing a consequential event within this broader strategic dynamic.
  • What was the significance of the broader Russian conquest of Central Asia concerning the Khanate of Khiva?: The conquest of Khiva in 1873 was an integral component of the wider Russian conquest of Turkestan, aimed at extending Russian influence and dominion over the region.

The Khanate of Khiva became a Russian protectorate following which event?

Answer: The conquest by the Russian Empire during the Khivan campaign of 1873

The source indicates that the Khanate of Khiva became a Russian protectorate subsequent to its conquest by the Russian Empire during the Khivan campaign of 1873.

Related Concepts:

  • What specific event precipitated the Khanate of Khiva's transition to a Russian protectorate?: The Khanate of Khiva became a Russian protectorate subsequent to its conquest by the Russian Empire during the Khivan campaign of 1873.
  • What was the political status of Khiva subsequent to the Russian conquest in 1873?: Following the Russian conquest in 1873, Khiva was designated as a quasi-independent Russian protectorate.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.

Frequent wars between the Khanate of Khiva and the Khanate of Bukhara were primarily related to control over which geographical feature?

Answer: The lower Amu Darya river and its tributaries

The source indicates that wars with Bukhara were primarily related to control over the lower Amu Darya river and its tributaries, which served as the main military approach route.

Related Concepts:

  • In which geographical region was the Khanate of Khiva primarily situated?: The Khanate of Khiva was centered within the irrigated plains of the lower Amu Darya river, located south of the Aral Sea.
  • What was the nature of the relationship between the Khanate of Khiva and the Khanate of Bukhara?: The Khanate of Khiva and the Khanate of Bukhara engaged in frequent conflicts, with documented wars occurring across various periods, including 1538–40, 1593, 1655, 1656, 1662, 1684, 1689, 1694, and 1806.
  • What was the principal axis of military approach into the Khanate of Khiva, frequently resulting in conflicts with the Khanate of Bukhara?: The primary military approach into the Khanate followed the course of the Oxus river, precipitating numerous conflicts with the Khanate of Bukhara situated upstream.

What action did Nader Shah take upon conquering Khiva in 1740?

Answer: He executed the ruling Khan, Ilbars II, and freed many slaves.

The source states that Nader Shah conquered Khiva in 1740, ordered the execution of the ruling Khan Ilbars II, and liberated a significant number of enslaved individuals.

Related Concepts:

  • What pivotal event transpired in 1740 involving Nader Shah and the Khanate of Khiva?: Nader Shah conquered Khiva in 1740, ordered the execution of the ruling Khan Ilbars II, and liberated a significant number of enslaved individuals.

How did the Russian conquest of 1873 impact the slave trade in Khiva?

Answer: It effectively ended the Khivan slave trade.

The source indicates that the Russian conquest in 1873 effectively terminated the Khivan slave trade.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the primary justifications presented for the Russian campaign against Khiva in 1873?: A principal justification cited for the 1873 campaign was the substantial population of Russian slaves held within Khiva, which provided a pretext for the Russian invasion.
  • What was the consequence of the Russian conquest of Khiva in 1873 upon the practice of the slave trade?: The Russian conquest in 1873 effectively terminated the Khivan slave trade.
  • What was the significance of the broader Russian conquest of Central Asia concerning the Khanate of Khiva?: The conquest of Khiva in 1873 was an integral component of the wider Russian conquest of Turkestan, aimed at extending Russian influence and dominion over the region.

According to the source, what served as a primary pretext for the Russian campaign against Khiva in 1873?

Answer: The significant number of Russian slaves held within Khiva

The source indicates that a principal justification for the 1873 campaign was the substantial population of Russian slaves held within Khiva, which provided a pretext for the Russian invasion.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the primary justifications presented for the Russian campaign against Khiva in 1873?: A principal justification cited for the 1873 campaign was the substantial population of Russian slaves held within Khiva, which provided a pretext for the Russian invasion.
  • What was the significance of the broader Russian conquest of Central Asia concerning the Khanate of Khiva?: The conquest of Khiva in 1873 was an integral component of the wider Russian conquest of Turkestan, aimed at extending Russian influence and dominion over the region.
  • What was the principal justification cited for the Russian military campaigns against Khiva as presented in the text?: The text identifies the existence of Russian slaves within Khiva as a primary motive for Russian military intervention and subsequent conquest.

How did British diplomatic efforts by Abbott and Shakespear influence Russia's justification for conquering Khiva?

Answer: They successfully persuaded the Khan to free Russian slaves, reducing Russia's pretext for invasion.

The source states that British diplomats Abbott and Shakespear successfully persuaded the Khan of Khiva to emancipate Russian slaves and prohibit slave ownership, thereby reducing Russia's principal pretext for conquest during that period.

Related Concepts:

  • How did the diplomatic endeavors of British representatives, notably Captain James Abbott and Lieutenant Richmond Shakespear, affect the Russian rationale for conquering Khiva during the mid-19th century?: British diplomats Abbott and Shakespear successfully persuaded the Khan of Khiva to emancipate Russian slaves and prohibit slave ownership, thereby reducing Russia's principal pretext for conquest during that period.
  • What was the significance of the "Great Game" within the geopolitical context of the Khanate of Khiva?: The "Great Game" denotes the geopolitical rivalry between the British and Russian Empires for dominance in Central Asia, with the Russian conquest of Khiva representing a consequential event within this broader strategic dynamic.
  • What was the significance of the broader Russian conquest of Central Asia concerning the Khanate of Khiva?: The conquest of Khiva in 1873 was an integral component of the wider Russian conquest of Turkestan, aimed at extending Russian influence and dominion over the region.

What event in 1855 triggered a prolonged Turkmen rebellion against the Khanate of Khiva?

Answer: The death of Muhammad Amin Khan while attempting to recapture Sarakhs.

The source indicates that Muhammad Amin Khan perished in March 1855 during an attempt to recapture Sarakhs, an incident that instigated a protracted Turkmen rebellion from 1855 to 1867.

Related Concepts:

  • What event concerning Muhammad Amin Khan in 1855 triggered a Turkmen rebellion?: Muhammad Amin Khan perished in March 1855 during an attempt to recapture Sarakhs, an incident that instigated a protracted Turkmen rebellion from 1855 to 1867.

Muhammad Rahim Bahadur II (Feruz Khan)'s reign (1864-1910) is notable for:

Answer: The conquest by Russia and becoming a protectorate.

The source states that during Muhammad Rahim Bahadur II's reign (1864-1910), the Khanate of Khiva was subjugated by Russia in 1873, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate.

Related Concepts:

  • Who was Muhammad Rahim Bahadur II (Feruz Khan), and what was the nature of his state's relationship with Russia?: Muhammad Rahim Bahadur II (Feruz Khan) reigned from 1864 to 1910. During his tenure, the Khanate of Khiva was subjugated by Russia in 1873, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate.
  • Who was Muhammad Rahim Bahadur I, and what were the defining characteristics of his reign?: Muhammad Rahim Bahadur I reigned from 1806 to 1825. His rule is characterized as severe yet effective in re-establishing order, conquering the lower delta region, subjugating various tribes, and engaging in conflicts with Persia and Bukhara.

Society and Culture

Chagatai, Persian, and Turkmen were the primary languages spoken within the Khanate of Khiva.

Answer: True

The source identifies Chagatai, Persian, and Turkmen as the primary languages spoken within the Khanate of Khiva.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the principal languages utilized within the Khanate of Khiva?: The prevalent languages spoken within the Khanate of Khiva included Chagatai, Persian, and Turkmen.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.

Buddhism was the official religion of the Khanate of Khiva.

Answer: False

The source states that Islam was the official religion of the Khanate of Khiva.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the state religion of the Khanate of Khiva?: Islam constituted the official religion of the Khanate of Khiva.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.

The primary population groups within the Khanate consisted of nomadic Mongol tribes and settled Persian merchants.

Answer: False

The source identifies the primary population groups as agriculturalists (primarily Turkic Sarts) and nomadic or semi-nomadic groups, not specifically Mongol tribes and Persian merchants.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the state religion of the Khanate of Khiva?: Islam constituted the official religion of the Khanate of Khiva.

Turkmen nomads within the Khanate were solely responsible for collecting taxes and had no military role.

Answer: False

The source states that Turkmen nomads paid taxes, formed part of the Khan's army, and frequently revolted, indicating they had a military role and were not solely tax collectors.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the role and function of Turkmen nomads within the Khanate of Khiva?: Turkmen nomads contributed taxes to the Khan, constituted a substantial component of his military forces, and frequently engaged in revolts against his authority.

Mennonites migrating to Khiva in the late 19th century introduced advanced agricultural techniques but no technological innovations.

Answer: False

The source states that Mennonites introduced technological innovations such as photography, filmmaking, efficient cotton harvesting, and electrical generators, not just agricultural techniques.

Related Concepts:

  • What contributions did Mennonites make towards the modernization of the Khanate of Khiva during the late 19th century?: Mennonites migrating to Khiva in 1882 introduced technological innovations, including photography, filmmaking, enhanced cotton harvesting techniques, and electrical generators.

Abu al-Ghazi Bahadur is known for his military campaigns and for authoring the 'Genealogy of Turkmens,' a key historical text.

Answer: True

The source states Abu al-Ghazi Bahadur authored the 'Genealogy of Turkmens' (Shajara-i Tarākima), not the 'Genealogy of Mongols'.

Related Concepts:

  • Who was Abu al-Ghazi Bahadur, and what are his notable achievements beyond his reign as Khan?: Abu al-Ghazi Bahadur, reigning from 1643 to 1663, is recognized for his military campaigns against the Kalmyks and for authoring the 'Genealogy of Turkmens' (Shajara-i Tarākima), a significant historical work.

What was the official religion of the Khanate of Khiva?

Answer: Islam

The source states that Islam constituted the official religion of the Khanate of Khiva.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the state religion of the Khanate of Khiva?: Islam constituted the official religion of the Khanate of Khiva.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.

Which of the following were primary languages spoken within the Khanate of Khiva?

Answer: Chagatai, Persian, and Turkmen

The source identifies Chagatai, Persian, and Turkmen as the prevalent languages spoken within the Khanate of Khiva.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the principal languages utilized within the Khanate of Khiva?: The prevalent languages spoken within the Khanate of Khiva included Chagatai, Persian, and Turkmen.
  • What was the state religion of the Khanate of Khiva?: Islam constituted the official religion of the Khanate of Khiva.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.

What role did Turkmen nomads play within the Khanate?

Answer: They formed part of the Khan's army, paid taxes, and sometimes revolted.

The source states that Turkmen nomads contributed taxes to the Khan, constituted a substantial component of his military forces, and frequently engaged in revolts against his authority.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the role and function of Turkmen nomads within the Khanate of Khiva?: Turkmen nomads contributed taxes to the Khan, constituted a substantial component of his military forces, and frequently engaged in revolts against his authority.

What significant contributions did Mennonites make to the Khanate of Khiva in the late 19th century?

Answer: Technological innovations like photography and electrical generators

The source states that Mennonites introduced technological innovations, including photography, filmmaking, enhanced cotton harvesting techniques, and electrical generators.

Related Concepts:

  • What contributions did Mennonites make towards the modernization of the Khanate of Khiva during the late 19th century?: Mennonites migrating to Khiva in 1882 introduced technological innovations, including photography, filmmaking, enhanced cotton harvesting techniques, and electrical generators.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.

Besides being a Khan, Abu al-Ghazi Bahadur is primarily known for:

Answer: Authoring the 'Genealogy of Turkmens' (Shajara-i Tarākima).

The source states Abu al-Ghazi Bahadur authored the 'Genealogy of Turkmens' (Shajara-i Tarākima), a significant historical work, in addition to his military campaigns.

Related Concepts:

  • Who was Abu al-Ghazi Bahadur, and what are his notable achievements beyond his reign as Khan?: Abu al-Ghazi Bahadur, reigning from 1643 to 1663, is recognized for his military campaigns against the Kalmyks and for authoring the 'Genealogy of Turkmens' (Shajara-i Tarākima), a significant historical work.

End of the Khanate and Soviet Era

The Khanate of Khiva was replaced by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic on February 2, 1920.

Answer: True

The source confirms that the Khanate of Khiva was succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic on February 2, 1920.

Related Concepts:

  • On what date was the Khanate of Khiva formally succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic?: The Khanate of Khiva was succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic on February 2, 1920, following an internal revolution.
  • What were the approximate temporal boundaries of the Khanate of Khiva's existence?: The Khanate of Khiva existed as a polity from 1511 to 1920, with a notable period of Afsharid Iranian occupation occurring between 1740 and 1747.
  • What was the fate of the Khanate of Khiva in the aftermath of the Russian Revolution of 1917?: Subsequent to the Russian Revolution, an internal revolution in Khiva resulted in the deposition of the khan and the establishment of the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic in 1920.

Following the Russian Revolution of 1917, the Khanate of Khiva remained under Tsarist control until its eventual absorption by Britain.

Answer: False

The source indicates that following the Russian Revolution, an internal revolution occurred in Khiva, leading to the deposition of the khan and the establishment of the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic in 1920, not continued Tsarist control or absorption by Britain.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.
  • What was the fate of the Khanate of Khiva in the aftermath of the Russian Revolution of 1917?: Subsequent to the Russian Revolution, an internal revolution in Khiva resulted in the deposition of the khan and the establishment of the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic in 1920.
  • On what date was the Khanate of Khiva formally succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic?: The Khanate of Khiva was succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic on February 2, 1920, following an internal revolution.

What entity officially replaced the Khanate of Khiva on February 2, 1920?

Answer: The Khorezm People's Soviet Republic

The source confirms that the Khanate of Khiva was succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic on February 2, 1920.

Related Concepts:

  • On what date was the Khanate of Khiva formally succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic?: The Khanate of Khiva was succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic on February 2, 1920, following an internal revolution.
  • What was the fate of the Khanate of Khiva in the aftermath of the Russian Revolution of 1917?: Subsequent to the Russian Revolution, an internal revolution in Khiva resulted in the deposition of the khan and the establishment of the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic in 1920.
  • What was the evolving political status of the Khanate of Khiva concerning external powers throughout its history?: The Khanate of Khiva maintained independence from 1511 to 1740 and again from 1747 to 1873. It existed as a vassal state of Afsharid Iran between 1740 and 1747, subsequently becoming a Russian protectorate from 1873 until its dissolution in 1920.

What major political change occurred in Khiva following the Russian Revolution of 1917?

Answer: A revolution led to the deposition of the khan and the establishment of a Soviet republic.

The source indicates that subsequent to the Russian Revolution, an internal revolution in Khiva resulted in the deposition of the khan and the establishment of the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic in 1920.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the fate of the Khanate of Khiva in the aftermath of the Russian Revolution of 1917?: Subsequent to the Russian Revolution, an internal revolution in Khiva resulted in the deposition of the khan and the establishment of the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic in 1920.
  • On what date was the Khanate of Khiva formally succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic?: The Khanate of Khiva was succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic on February 2, 1920, following an internal revolution.
  • What was the political status of Khiva subsequent to the Russian conquest in 1873?: Following the Russian conquest in 1873, Khiva was designated as a quasi-independent Russian protectorate.

After the Khanate's territory was incorporated into the Soviet Union in 1924, it was primarily divided between which two Soviet Republics?

Answer: Turkmen SSR and Uzbek SSR

The source states that following the Khanate's incorporation into the Soviet Union in 1924, its territory was partitioned, predominantly forming parts of the Turkmen SSR and the Uzbek SSR.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the principal successor administrative divisions established from the former Khanate of Khiva following its integration into the Soviet Union?: Following the Khanate's incorporation into the Soviet Union in 1924, its territory was partitioned, predominantly forming parts of the Turkmen SSR and the Uzbek SSR, which subsequently evolved into the independent nations of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.
  • What became of the territory of the Khanate of Khiva subsequent to its incorporation into the Soviet Union in 1924?: Following its incorporation into the Soviet Union in 1924, the territory of the former Khanate was partitioned between the Turkmen SSR and the Uzbek SSR, ultimately constituting portions of modern Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.
  • On what date was the Khanate of Khiva formally succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic?: The Khanate of Khiva was succeeded by the Khorezm People's Soviet Republic on February 2, 1920, following an internal revolution.

General Information and Source Notes

What does the article suggest about the historical data concerning the Khivan Khans?

Answer: It is often sparse and contradictory, particularly for less prominent rulers.

The article suggests that historical data concerning the Khivan Khans is frequently sparse and contradictory, particularly for less prominent rulers, with scholarly sources occasionally presenting conflicting accounts.

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  • What insights does the article provide regarding the reliability and nature of historical data pertaining to the Khivan Khans?: The article suggests that historical data concerning the Khivan Khans is frequently sparse and contradictory, particularly for less prominent rulers, with scholarly sources occasionally presenting conflicting accounts.

The article explicitly states that sections on which topics related to the Khanate are currently empty?

Answer: Economy, Culture, and Military

The article explicitly states that the sections designated for the Economy, Culture, and Military of the Khanate of Khiva are currently devoid of content and necessitate further development.

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  • What information does the article provide regarding the sections on 'Economy,' 'Culture,' and 'Military' pertaining to the Khanate of Khiva?: The article explicitly states that the sections designated for the Economy, Culture, and Military of the Khanate of Khiva are currently devoid of content and necessitate further development.

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