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Nationalism in the Middle East

Question 2 • 12011de2 CONNECTED Fall 2026 NM-World History and Geography S2

Which statement best describes Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi?

Answer
A
He instituted education and economic reforms, but limited civil liberties.
B
He opposed economic reforms and allowed the government to be corrupt.
C
He instituted social reforms, but limited the rights of women.
D
He opposed land reforms and allowed wealthy landowners to keep their land.

Explanation

Mohammad Reza Pahlavi promoted modernization through education and economic reforms, including land redistribution and expanded access to schooling. At the same time, his rule was authoritarian: political opposition and civil liberties were restricted. Therefore, the best description is that he instituted education and economic reforms but limited civil liberties.

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