Musavat (newspaper)

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Musavat
TypeWeekly newspaper
Founder(s)Sayyid Muhammad Riza Shirazi
Founded3 October 1907
Language
Media of Iran
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    • Musavat (Mosāwāt; Persian: Equality) was a weekly newspaper being one of the publications that were started following the

    Iranian constitutional revolution.[1] It is known for being the most radical title[1] and was one of the most successful publications of this period.[2] The paper headquartered in Tabriz
    and existed between 1907 and 1909.

    History and profile

    Musavat was first published on 3 October 1907.[3] Its founder and editor was Sayyid Muhammad Riza Shirazi who was a member of the secret organization, Revolutionary Committee, established to encourage the constitutional rule in Iran.[2][4]

    Musavat was based in Tabriz and had also offices in Tehran.[5] It was published on a weekly basis.[1] The paper was a supporter of the constitutionalism and argued that the constitutional rule would bring freedom to the country.[1] It frequently attacked the Qajar ruler Mohammad Ali Shah.[2][3] It was extremely popular among the poor people and women due to its focus on the needs of these groups.[1]

    Musavat sold nearly 3,000 copies.[2] The paper ceased publication in 1909,[5] and Sayyid Muhammad Riza Musavat went into exile following the end of the constitutional regime.[1]

    References

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    2. ^ a b c d Ali Akabr Saidi Sirjani (15 December 1992). "Constitutional revolution. Press". Encyclopædia Iranica. Vol. VI. pp. 202–212.
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