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EPISTEOLOGICAL AND AXIOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF
CONSENSUS CULTURE
Rajabov Utkirjon Khursanalievich
Independent researcher at FarSU
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16947210
Abstract:
The article analyzes the importance of consensus in conflict
resolution, epistemological and axiological foundations for further enhancing
the culture of consensus among citizens. Methods for achieving consensus and
socio-philosophical aspects of the culture of consensus are considered.
Keywords:
Consensus, social unity, tolerance, respect, value, worldview,
spiritual unity, compromise, public consciousness, instability, general consensus,
culture, common voice, integration.
The phenomenon of consensus is interpreted as a means of maintaining
social stability, establishing informational links between different strata, and
strengthening intercultural tolerance.
M.S. Zhuravleva, analyzing modern views on this issue, writes: “Consensus
is social solidarity based on moral consent, which creates the basis for governing
society on the basis of agreement” [1]
At the same time, consensus is seen not only as a political technology, but
also as a cultural expression of social consciousness. In our opinion, the culture
of consensus is manifested in socio-philosophical thinking from an
epistemological point of view - as the harmony of human thinking with social
reality, and from an axiological point of view - as a symbol of a system of moral
norms recognized in society. It is a fundamental principle necessary for social
stability, cultural solidarity, and democratic governance, and is increasingly
gaining its theoretical and practical significance in the context of today's global
and local processes.
When consensus is analyzed epistemologically, the dialectic of consensus
serves as the main criterion for developing a culture of consensus. Objectivity is
an important principle among dialectical methods, a philosophical, dialectical
principle based on the recognition of reality in its real laws and general forms.
[2]
Based on this principle, we analyze the mechanisms for improving the
culture of consensus.
The consensus process is the process of the parties' actions and reaching a
common agreement on this basis. Since the process and outcome of the
agreement are complex phenomena, individuals sincerely want the consensus to
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end positively. In this case, it is necessary for the individual to act for a positive
outcome, to use all factors.
- in the consensus process, the individual must understand the active role of
action.
- the individual must be able to proceed from the sum of the facts in the
consensus process and express it in the logic of concepts, and fully understand
the general process of reaching consensus.
- the internal unity (substance) of the consensus must be determined as the
basis for all its formal changes.
- it is necessary to correctly select a system of consensus methods and
implement it consciously and consistently.
- it is necessary to consider the relevant socio-cultural, specific worldviews
related to consensus, and to seek advice from experienced people.
- it is necessary to approach consensus processes and phenomena
constructively and act according to the logic of this subject.
As is known, in preventing conflicts, the main goal is to bring the views of
the two opposing parties to a common opinion. It is known that conflicts have a
constructive and destructive nature. [3] Usually constructive conflicts are
positive, destructive conflicts can lead to negative consequences.
In constructive conflict resolution, the application of the principle of
contradiction is effective. In particular, the essence of the conflicts of the two
parties should be fully studied.
Having fully studied this contradiction, it is necessary to study and compare
similar contradictions. It is necessary to analyze the development and peak state
of the contradiction.
Consensus building on these mechanisms will be achieved effectively.
In order to promote a culture of consensus among citizens, it is necessary to
form a healthy immunity to the fact that any thought or action has a counter-
side. To do this, it is necessary to strengthen critical thinking in the individual
and make an adaptive attitude to this situation a necessity.
From an axiological point of view, a culture of consensus is established
within the framework of a system of moral and ethical norms and universal
values. At this point, I. Kant's consistent ethics comes to mind. According to him,
“general consent can only be formed on the basis of the renunciation of personal
interests and a moral law that applies to everyone.” [4] On an axiological basis,
consensus is the skill of “living with others in a common moral space.”
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Another important aspect is related to the place of a culture of consensus in
social ontology. According to Anthony Giddens, “consensus in modern society is
not only a result of values, but also of structural reflexivity. That is, subjects
strive for agreement, consciously taking into account the social consequences of
their actions.” [5] At the same time, Giddens emphasizes the need to stabilize
this process not through social conformity, but through constantly re-elaborated
reflexivity.
In a consensus culture, the factor of consultation is one of the main values.
From whom to seek advice, one must also take into account their opinions in
reaching consensus and living in harmony with people. According to Yusuf Has
Hajib, “advice should be sought from a person who does not seek personal
benefit from this advice. One should consult others on any matter, but one
should only do what one feels like doing.” [6]
In short, a consensus culture is a mechanism for transforming existing
disagreements in social systems into social integration through both
epistemological and axiological criteria. It is a principle that brings the mosaic of
social realities into the field of unanimous thought. Especially in times of
heightened social conflicts, it activates the reflective function of social
consciousness, restores mutual trust between the individual and society, and
forms social identity on a constructive basis. In this way, it defines the
philosophical foundation of modern civil society.
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Раҳмонов Н. Қадимий ҳикматлар. – Тошкент Ғофур Ғулом, 1987. –
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