
THE HARMONY OF RELIGIOUS AND SECULAR INSTITUTIONS IN IRAN’S POLITICAL SYSTEM
Dilshoda Khodjimuratova , Head of the department at Tashkent State University of Oriental StudiesAbstract
The article is dedicated to analyzing the unique institutional architecture of the Islamic Republic of Iran, which embodies both theocratic and republican elements of governance. The main focus is on the synthesis of religious and secular institutions formed as a result of the Islamic Revolution of 1978-1979 and their role in ensuring the stability of Iran’s political system. It examines the constitutional interactions of key religious structures, such as the Supreme Leader institution, the Assembly of Experts, the Guardian Council, and the Expediency Council, within the framework of constitutional reforms. Special attention is given to the evolution of the Supreme Leader’s powers, which balance traditional Shia principles with democratic governance mechanisms. Based on historical and legal analysis, the study reveals the adaptability potential of Iran’s governance model in the face of internal and external threats.
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