Islamic Republic party (IRP)

Definition

The Islamic Republic party (IRP) was a political party in Iran that emerged after the Iranian Revolution in 1979. It aimed to establish an Islamic government based on the principles of Shia Islam.

Related terms

Ayatollah Khomeini: The supreme leader of Iran after the revolution and a key figure in establishing the IRP.

Sharia Law:

A system of laws derived from Islamic teachings that the IRP sought to implement in Iran.

Guardian Council:

A body responsible for ensuring that legislation passed by the Iranian parliament is compatible with Islamic law, which had close ties with the IRP.