Uzbekistan Will Fine Parents Whose Children Engage in Quadrobing

Uzbekistan has decided to take active measures against a new phenomenon known as quadrobing, which has recently spread among teenagers. This subculture involves imitating animals: teenagers wear masks and accessories resembling animals and mimic their behavior. Unfortunately, this trend has already appeared in Tashkent. To prevent further negative incidents, the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) has announced that parents whose children engage in quadrobing will be fined.

What Happened?

According to the MIA, several cases related to quadrobing have already been reported in Tashkent. On October 10, a teenager wearing an animal mask was spotted, and on October 11, another representative of this subculture attacked passengers, mimicking a dog. One of the witnesses, a child, was so frightened that it raised concerns about the impact on their mental health.

Experts warn that imitating aggressive animal behavior can have dangerous consequences. A child immersed in such a subculture might begin to harm themselves and others, as well as become socially isolated. Additionally, quadrobing can negatively affect the fragile psyche of adolescents, causing serious concern among specialists.

Parental Responsibility

According to the Constitution and the Law on Education, parents are responsible for the comprehensive development, education, and upbringing of their children. They are also required to foster respect for national and universal values, such as humanism and patriotism.

The MIA of Uzbekistan announced that parents or guardians of children engaged in this subculture will face administrative liability. Under the Administrative Responsibility Code, parents may be fined up to 1.8 million UZS (equivalent to 5 BRV).

Furthermore, if necessary, children may need to undergo a psychological examination to assess the impact of the subculture on their mental and emotional health. These assessments will be conducted confidentially in a supportive environment, ensuring that the child is not subjected to isolation or discrimination.

A Call to Parents

The MIA urges parents to carefully monitor their children’s behavior and fulfill their moral and legal obligations in upbringing. It is essential to promptly identify and address such dangerous interests to prevent negative consequences for children and their environment.