VOICED : Irans women MPs face being vastly outnumbered again

VOICED : Irans women MPs face being vastly outnumbered again

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the low representation of women in Iran's Parliament and Assembly of Experts, highlighting the exclusion of female candidates by the Guardian Council. Activists are campaigning to amend laws to favor women, aiming to increase their political presence. Despite outnumbering men in universities, women in Iran lag behind in top positions, necessitating cultural change. The video emphasizes the importance of changing cultural perceptions and self-belief among women to bridge the gender gap, as no seats are reserved for women in Iran.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of seats do women currently hold in Iran's Parliament?

3%

25%

16%

9%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is responsible for excluding female candidates from the election process in Iran?

The Guardian Council

The Supreme Leader

The Assembly of Experts

The President

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Despite outnumbering men in universities, what do women in Iran struggle to achieve?

International recognition

Higher education

Top positions

Equal pay

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What cultural change is necessary for improving women's representation in Iran?

More educational opportunities

Changing masculine perceptions

Increased foreign aid

Better healthcare

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key factors that can help women enter politics in Iran?

Financial independence

Belief in themselves

Support from men

International pressure