Iranian Figures
He publicly opposed the Modernization in Iran, leading him to being exiled in 1964.
Who is Ayatollah Khomeini?
Many Iranians were upset because the type of influence Mohammed Reza Shah tried to implement onto Iran.
What is Westernization?
This 1979 event replaced Iran's monarchy with an Islamic Republic, entirely shifting the nation's government.
What is the Iranian Revolution?
Utilized a secret police force SHAK to secure his regime, and he rapidly modernized Iran leading to high inflation and resentment.
Who is Reza Shah Pahlavi?
Caused high inflation and high social disruption which caused severe wealth gaps, leaving many people impoverished.
The new government transitioned Iran from a secular monarchy to this specific type of religious state.
What is a Theocractic Government?
Implemented Strict Islamic Laws, banning all Western things like music and alcohol.
Who is Ayatollah Khomeini?
The Shah’s brutal secret police force, notorious for human rights abuses and silencing dissidents.
What is the SHAK?
His title was held by the supreme religious and political leader who took power after the Shah's exile.
Who is Ayatollah Khomeini?