12 Farvardin Referendum, consolidation of Islamic Revolution

Islamic Republic Day: Iran celebrates 45th anniversary of end to US-backed Pahlavi monarchy

The late founder of the Islamic Republic Imam Khomeini ordered authorities to hold a referendum allowing the nation to take its future into its own hands.

Imam Khomeini's message on 12 Farvardin Referendum

Imam Khomeini promoted spirituality, democratic values

Imam Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic promoted divine and democratic values by facilitating participation of the mass public

Imam wanted historic referendum to be held soon

A memoirs by Dr. Fatima Tabatabae’I, Imam’s daughter-in-law

Imam Khomeini sought massive turnout, participation of public in elections

Imam Khomeini through his historic speeches and messages had urged the public to make sure the vast turnout during elections.

Imam Khomeini received constant stream of reporters, supporters during exile period

Imam Khomeini was, in fact, constantly, and acutely aware of the connections between Iranian affairs and those of the Muslim world in general and the Arab lands and Palestinian issue in particular. During the last few months of his exile, Imam Khomeini received a constant stream of reporters, supporters, and notables, eager to hear the spiritual leader of the revolution. Imam Khomeini, the late founder of Islamic Republic raised the banner of defending Palestinians even years before the victory of Islamic Revolution under his victory.

Worldwide ceremonies held to mark 45th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution

Ceremonies have been held across the world to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the glorious victory of Iran’s Islamic Revolution.