Women's suffrage granted, Esfand 18. On this date in 1342 Jalali (March 9, 1964), the Iranian government granted women the right to vote and participate in elections. This decision marked a significant social and political change in modern Iranian history and was implemented as part of the White Revolution reforms led by Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. Before this date, Iranian women were excluded from voting and standing for election. With the passage of this law, millions of women gained the opportunity to take part in electoral processes for the first time. The reform followed widespread debate and protests among various political and religious groups, and was presented as part of the government's broader efforts to modernize the country's social and political structures. Granting women's suffrage in Iran occurred alongside a global movement for women's rights in the twentieth century. The event had a significant impact on the social and political participation of Iranian women and paved the way for their more active involvement in public life. This date remains a milestone in the history of women's rights in Iran. This observance was added to the official Jalali calendar in 1342 to commemorate this major social and historical development.
