The Iranian intellectual movement refers to a series of cultural and political changes in Iran that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It aimed to modernize the country by promoting ideas of democracy, secularism, and social reform. Influential figures, such as Ali Akbar Dehkhoda and Ahmad Kasravi, played significant roles in advocating for education and critical thinking. This movement was marked by a struggle against traditionalism and authoritarianism, particularly during the Pahlavi dynasty. It laid the groundwork for various social and political movements, including the Iranian Revolution of 1979, which sought to redefine the nation’s identity and governance.