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In History / College | 2025-07-07

Islamic clerics criticized the shah of Iran because they
A. disapproved of his Westernization policies.
B. disapproved of his move to fundamentalism.
C. disagreed with his interest in searching for oil.
D. disagreed with his push to block women's rights.

Asked by matpinp

Answer (1)

Islamic clerics criticized the shah of Iran mainly for his Westernization policies, which they believed undermined traditional Islamic values. His reforms, including the White Revolution, were viewed as a threat to Islamic culture and led to significant opposition among conservative groups. This unrest ultimately contributed to the Iranian Revolution of 1979. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

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