Keyword: «family legislation.»

This article examines the challenges arising in implementing the state's social function of protecting the family. The author believes that the challenges of implementing constitutional provisions on state protection of the family and pursuing policies aimed at strengthening the family are caused not only by the lack of balance between private and public interests in regulating family relations, but also by existing gaps in both constitutional and family legislation. Based on the research, conclusions are drawn regarding the need to legitimize the legal category of "family," recognize the family as an independent legal entity, and include paternity in the state's purview. Addressing these gaps will contribute to a balance between public and private interests in regulating family relations.