Who Is Shah Mohammed Reza Pahlavi's Reforms?

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This is the period of reforms happened in Iran by Shah Mohammed Reza Pahlavi. This revolution is very important for the eastern and western world because launched reforms changed the configuration of the countries. One of the most significance property of this revolution was it is called “White” revolution. It’s called white because of the fact that these reforms happened bloodless. Shah Mohammed Reza Pahlavi made all these reforms to make Iran great again. He tried to modernize and tried to create an economic growth in Iran. He was inspired by the Western countries and maintained a pro-western policy in his ruling time. He made 18 reforms in 15 years and inspires other leaders with these reforms.
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