MODERN BELIEF AND INNOVATIVE THINKING

Abstract

This article analyzes the intrinsic connection between societal development and innovative progress, particularly emphasizing the necessity for a balanced approach between religious belief, secularism, and science. The author interprets the concept of modern belief as a form of social consciousness that must align with the needs of a new era. Innovation is considered not merely a technological achievement but also a renewal in social demand and thought. The concept of “marginal thinking” in belief is introduced to examine the complex psychological and social aspects of transitional periods. Moreover, the decisive role of the education system in fostering innovative progress is highlighted, alongside the promotion of modern approaches that ensure harmony between science, critical thinking, and belief among the younger generation. The article also examines the social risks arising in the sphere of belief and methods of their prevention, based on the “Concept of State Policy on Ensuring Freedom of Conscience and Religious Affairs in the Republic of Uzbekistan.”