“Iran, proud and passionate, has been a conundrum since its 1979 revolution” (Wright). Iran’s government is hindered from becoming greater than it is because of the problems it faces. This forces Iran to be off par with many of the fastest growing countries in the world. The results of Iran’s inability to economically grow are poverty and socioeconomic instability in the nation. Iran must change to improve its government by fixing the problems that the country faces. The government of Iran faces current issues because of the Islamic Revolution, women’s rights, and nationalism.
One reason why the Iran government faces current issues, is the Islamic Revolution. “People belonging to other religions are allowed to maintain their beliefs, but they are subject to civil law based on Islamic Principles” (“Iran”). As well, a branch of Islam called the Baha’i faith is outlawed in the country because of its apostate role to the main branch, Shiaism. This is very hostile and does not allow hundreds of thousands of people to contribute to the economy because the people …show more content…
Many basic rights of Iranian women have been diminished despite many women holding high positions in the state and government in the past. “Since Iran's Islamic Revolution in 1979, women have been barred from attending most sports events involving men” (“Iran”). Even though this law is being changed, the idea of discrimination against women is preposterous. As well, women received voting rights in 1962. This is very late, even compared with some third world countries. Women are obligated to always wear a head veil in public and are discriminated because of their gender. This leads to riots and governmental and social stress. These cause many women to lead a number of strikes and this will force the government to slow down economically. Over time, the government will become distrusted in its ability to lead the
One reason why the Iran government faces current issues, is the Islamic Revolution. “People belonging to other religions are allowed to maintain their beliefs, but they are subject to civil law based on Islamic Principles” (“Iran”). As well, a branch of Islam called the Baha’i faith is outlawed in the country because of its apostate role to the main branch, Shiaism. This is very hostile and does not allow hundreds of thousands of people to contribute to the economy because the people …show more content…
Many basic rights of Iranian women have been diminished despite many women holding high positions in the state and government in the past. “Since Iran's Islamic Revolution in 1979, women have been barred from attending most sports events involving men” (“Iran”). Even though this law is being changed, the idea of discrimination against women is preposterous. As well, women received voting rights in 1962. This is very late, even compared with some third world countries. Women are obligated to always wear a head veil in public and are discriminated because of their gender. This leads to riots and governmental and social stress. These cause many women to lead a number of strikes and this will force the government to slow down economically. Over time, the government will become distrusted in its ability to lead the