Аңдатпа
The article deals with theoretical and methodological problems of research of national figures. A special place in the content of national history is occupied by the problem of historical personality. The study and teaching of social and political activities and creativity of the Kazakh intelligentsia in the Soviet system is important for popularizing the personality of the great steppe. The article deals with the origin of the Kazakh genera of the Senior Zhuz: saryuysun, Dulat, Alban, Suan, ysty, Shapyrashty, Oshakty, Sirgely The study of the lives and activities of the sons of a famous people who were innocently punished at one time is one of the main goals for history, since history is formed by individuals. The history of the life activity of great personalities in the modern history of Kazakhstan is one of the factors of formation of Kazakhstan patriotism. Of particular importance is the question of studying the life and work of great personalities of their time. These individuals not only created history, but also preserved the cultural values, moral principles and traditions of this society, becoming its leader.