What is the Majles, and what is its function?

What is the Majles, and what is its function?

• A. The Majles is the Iranian version of parliament
• B. The Majles is the Supreme Leader's advisory council
• C. The Majles is responsible for religious matters only
• D. The Majles has no legislative power

Answer: (A)

The Majles is Iran’s national legislature, elected by the people. Its main job is to write, debate, and pass laws and to approve the national budget. It also exercises oversight of the executive by questioning ministers and influencing appointments. Once the Majles approves a law, it goes to the Guardian Council, which can review for constitutionality and Islamic compatibility and may veto or require changes; if there’s a dispute, the Expediency Discernment Council helps resolve it. This shows why it’s described as the Iranian version of parliament—an official lawmaking body within the broader political system.

The Majles is Iran’s national legislature, elected by the people. Its main job is to write, debate, and pass laws and to approve the national budget. It also exercises oversight of the executive by questioning ministers and influencing appointments. Once the Majles approves a law, it goes to the Guardian Council, which can review for constitutionality and Islamic compatibility and may veto or require changes; if there’s a dispute, the Expediency Discernment Council helps resolve it. This shows why it’s described as the Iranian version of parliament—an official lawmaking body within the broader political system.