Question

Which statement best describes Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi?

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

Answer 1

He instituted education and economic reforms, but limited civil liberties.

Explanation: The Shah launched the White Revolution (land reform, literacy campaigns, industrial and social modernization, expanded rights for women) but ruled autocratically, using SAVAK and repression to curb political freedoms.