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What led to the governmental disintegration towards the end of Shah's reign?

  • Rapid urbanization

  • Decrease in national revenue

  • Economic problems and military and technological liabilities

  • Excessive leisure and opulence

Answer

The Shah's government disintegrated towards the end of his reign due to economic problems, military and technological liabilities. Economic problems included a large foreign debt, high inflation, and a decline in the value of the Iranian currency. Military and technological liabilities included an outdated military, a lack of modern weapons, and a dependence on foreign military aid.
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