The novel Persepolis does an excellent job of illustrating what happened during the revolution and the war, both of which branched off of religion and its roles in Iran. Since religion is becoming more integrated into Iran’s government, the people in the country are banned from leaving the country, as well as not being allowed to dress in the attire of their choosing. Consequently, all of this moved Iran away from western civilization and the associated norms. An example of Iranians not being allowed to wear the clothing of their choosing would be when Marjane is almost arrested for strutting around a denim jacket, Nike shoes and other miscellaneous “punk” clothing. “Go on, get into the car. We’re taking you down to the committee,” (133) is what is said to Marjane by the guardians of the revolution. …show more content…
In addition to the revolution not only banning people from expressing themselves, it also discontinues all of the non-religious schools of Iran. More importantly, one of these schools that is closed is Marjane’s original school. The reason all of this happens is due to the Shah declaring that, “All bilingual schools must be closed down… They are a symbol of capitalism” (4). After the Shah says this, all of the schools without religion are shut down, and all of the students sent off to religious schools. Inevitably, students are being forced to learn and partake in a religion that they didn’t get to choose. Consequently, this all means that the focus of education is being heavily dictated by religious beliefs and practices, rather than actual education. Individuality, along with the citizens of Iran, is suppressed by uniting religion and government. Religion forces the people of Iran to conform or face consequences. Marjane shows that this is true countless