Abstract
The article examines the features of social responsibility formation and the current situation of Kazakhstani business. In the course of the history of the formation of social responsibility of business, there is no lack of conflict between thinking about earning and social responsibility. In comparison with foreign developed countries, the development of social responsibility of business in Kazakhstan is still at a low level. Although large companies in the country are actively working in the field of social development of society and are beginning to pay attention to the issue of responsibility, it is still too early to talk about the social responsibility of medium and small businesses. The importance of defining ways and means of developing social responsibility of Kazakhstani business is increasing. The development of social responsibility of business is an important measure of the development of civil society. Social responsibility is an important guiding principle that emerged in the West in the 20th century and can clearly reflect the level of development of society. It is important to fully study this phenomenon and understand its importance in the field of business. The article analyzes the current state of social responsibility of Kazakhstani business, the development trend based on sociological research, and presents the research results. In addition, practical recommendations and scientific opinions and analyzes are provided.