What was the Shah's proposal to address the issue of an heir?
Adoption
Second wife
Divorce her immediately
Medical treatment
Answer
To resolve the succession crisis, the Shah proposed taking a second wife, as his first marriage had not produced an heir. This decision sparked controversy and divided public opinion, with some supporting the Shah's prerogative to ensure a stable succession, while others criticized the move as a violation of Islamic principles and a step backward for women's rights and gender equality in the country.
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