Theoretical and methodological foundations of modern historical research
The article is devoted to theoretical and methodological foundations of historical research under current conditions. The study reveals the essence of theory as a system of ideas (fields, approaches and concepts) of a relevant branch of knowledge which gives a thorough comprehension of regularities and fundamental links of the system with reality. The author focuses on methodological basics of historical research, which is a system (structure and content) consisting of tasks and objectives, objects and subjects, principles, functions and methods including forms and means of the activities investigated. The presented material can be used as a reference basis for the development of scientific and methodical foundations of historical research.