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The Iranian Revolution was a mass political upheaval that overthrew Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi's monarchy in 1979 and established the Islamic Republic. A broad opposition coalition included clerics, secular nationalists, leftists, students, workers, and bazaar merchants, although Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini and his allies ultimately dominated the new state. A referendum, a new constitution, and institutions based on clerical guardianship fundamentally reshaped Iran's government, law, and foreign relations.
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What happened during the Iranian Revolution?
The Iranian Revolution overthrew Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi’s monarchy in 1979. It led to the establishment of the Islamic Republic.
Who opposed the Shah during the Iranian Revolution?
The opposition was a broad coalition that included clerics, secular nationalists, leftists, students, workers, and bazaar merchants. These groups shared opposition to the monarchy even though they had different political goals.
How did the Iranian Revolution change Iran’s government?
Iran changed from a monarchy under the Pahlavi dynasty to an Islamic Republic. Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini became the revolution’s central political and religious leader.
Why did the Iranian Revolution succeed?
Mass demonstrations, strikes, and opposition across different social groups weakened the Shah’s government. The monarchy collapsed in February 1979, after years of growing political conflict.
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