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journal article Arbitrary Rule: A Comparative Theory of State, Politics and Society in IranBritish Journal of Middle Eastern Studies Vol. 24, No. 1 (May, 1997) , pp. 49-73 (25 pages) Published By: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. https://www.jstor.org/stable/195668 Read and download Log in through your school or library Purchase article $51.00 - Download now and later Purchase a PDFPurchase this article for $51.00 USD. How does it work?
Abstract Modern studies of Iranian history and society have often been based on theories developed for the study of European society. This has led to important anomalies which can be resolved by recognizing the fundamental differences in the development of the two types of society within the framework of a single social science. Agricultural property was owned by the state, parts of which it assigned or farmed out to individuals or groups as a privilege, but not a right. There was social stratification, but the social classes did not enjoy any rights independently from the state; hence there was no aristocracy, and the composition of the social classes changed rapidly through time. Therefore there was no law outside the will of the state, which stood above the society, despite a body of rules which were subject to rapid and unpredictable change. The state's legitimacy was not founded in law and the consent of the influential social classes, and the mere success of a rebellion was sufficient ground for its legitimacy. This explains the frequent crises of succession in Iranian history. Until modern times, revolts and revolutions were led against an 'unjust' arbitrary ruler to replace it with a 'just' one. The result was generalized chaos until a new arbitrary rule was established. Notwithstanding their many differences, the two revolutions in the twentieth century were massive revolts by the society against the state for lawful government. But, despite some temporary successes, the long experience of the society proved to be more powerful than the newly acquired political ideas and programmes. Journal Information The British Journal of Middle Eastern Studies is a refereed academic journal published for the British Society for Middle Eastern Studies (popularly known as BRISMES). The editors aim to maintain a balance in the Journal's coverage between the modern social sciences and the more traditional disciplines associated with Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies. They welcome scholarly contributions on all aspects of the Middle East from the end of classical antiquity and the rise of Islam. Articles on the language, literature, history, politics, economics, anthropology, sociology, geography, and the religions and cultures of the region are encouraged. The British Journal of Middle Eastern Studies also includes a vigorous review section covering publications on all subjects connected with the Middle East. This incorporates a wide range of reference and bibliographical material seldom reviewed elsewhere. Publisher Information Building on two centuries' experience, Taylor & Francis has grown rapidlyover the last two decades to become a leading international academic publisher.The Group publishes over 800 journals and over 1,800 new books each year, coveringa wide variety of subject areas and incorporating the journal imprints of Routledge,Carfax, Spon Press, Psychology Press, Martin Dunitz, and Taylor & Francis.Taylor & Francis is fully committed to the publication and dissemination of scholarly information of the highest quality, and today this remains the primary goal. Rights & Usage This item is part of a JSTOR Collection. Which of the following best explains an implication of the authors argument for the legitimacy of Iran's current regime?Which of the following best explains an implication of the authors' argument for the legitimacy of Iran's current regime? The regime's legitimacy will weaken because of the supreme leader's change from his traditionally neutral role in politics.
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