Biy

Biys of Kazakhstan were chosen mainly based on their personal qualities.

They possessed knowledge of history, the people's lives, customs and traditions, they were distinguished with their wisdom and eloquence.

[3][4] During the years of colonialism of the Russian Empire, these professions and their practices were either weakened or stopped completely.

The profession of Biys was eventually abolished by an imperial order on 25 March 1891.

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