TikTok Video Sparks Debate on Origins of Kazakh Khanate

The origins of Kazakh statehood are a subject of ongoing historical debate. A recent TikTok video, featuring commentary from Russian historian Nikolay Polonsky, attempts to trace the lineage from Genghis Khan. The video uses maps and images to illustrate the formation of the Golden Horde and the subsequent rise of the Kazakh Khanate under Keray and Janibek in the 15th century. However, commenters raise questions about the video's accuracy, particularly concerning the portrayal of the Kazakh Khanate's origins. One commenter stated, "In history, there is not a single reliable source about the existence of the Kazakh Khanate except for the fantasies of Kazakhs." The video's use of visual aids and a prominent historian's commentary makes it a potentially valuable resource, but its historical accuracy needs careful examination by experts.