Why reforms of Kemal were more effective then Reza Shah
There are four main reasons why the reforms of Mustafa Kemal "Attaturk" were more effective then Reza Shah. First, Kemals reforms were already under way in the Ottoman Empire. In Turkey, Mustafa Kemal was merely expanding on the ideas of Ottoman reforms, while in Iran Reza Shahs reforms were much more novel. Second, Kemal was able to creat a state and government Simultaneously while in Iran Reza Shah created a new government within an already existing state. Third, Kemal was successful in rising through the ranks by way of popular revolution while Reza shah took power in a military coup d'etat. Finally, Kemal "Attaturk" became independent of foreign power/influence, which also allowed Turkey (A loser in World War I) to negotiate on there own terms. By doing so, Turkey was able to get what they wanted post World War I. Reza shah struggled constantly with foreign powers and influence throughout his rule.
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This is true, but what about reforms on women? With regards to women, who would be a more successful leader there? I believe Reza Shah would, as he instated many reforms that paved the way for women to be prominent members of society.
ReplyDeletethis is true...but didnt attaturk give women the right to vote first????
ReplyDeleteAlso, you should consider the objectives of both men. Reza Shah wanted to create a dynasty and seemed to be centralizing power for his family while Ataturk, who did become extremely powerful, was elected (as you mentioned) and wanted 'republicanism.' Reza Shah did not really seem to fully embrace a new modern state, a bit power hungry perhaps?
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