This article examines the riddle genre as literary forms like lugz and chiston, emphasizing their authorial and artistic nature. It traces the genre’s ancient roots from M.Kashgari's “Devonu lugotit-turk” (tabzug) and its philosophical-moral content in classical poets such as Navoi, Uvaysiy, and Mashrab. Through analyses of Navoi's "Tanga" and Uvaysiy’s “Yongoq” chistons, the study reveals artistic devices like personification, metaphor, and symbolism, alongside their deep socio-philosophical meaning. It highlights the genre's continuation into the 20th century by poets like G. Gulom and Q. Muhammadiy, including its place in children’s literature, noting its poetic form. The article underscores the literary, philosophical, and pedagogical significance of riddles.

riddle, lugz, chiston, muammo, literary riddle, folklore, symbolism, personification.

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