FEATURES OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF ADAPTIVE SPORT IN MODERN AZERBAIJAN

Abstract

The achievements of our athletes in mass and individual sports, both at international and local sports competitions, once again strengthen the international status of Azerbaijan as a sports country. Today, the creation of a healthy society is a strategic goal of the Azerbaijani state. In this sense, the formation of interest in physical culture and sports among every citizen is a problem that is in the center of attention of society and the state. Therefore, it is necessary to involve every citizen in regular sports, especially people with disabilities, to develop adaptive sports and the Paralympic movement in our country.

The article discusses the features of the development of adaptive sports in our country, gives a brief overview of the development of the Paralympic Movement in our country in recent years, the relationship established with various international organizations, as well as measures taken in this direction and their results.