The Majlis passed the law activating the Senate, an upper chamber provided for in the 1906 constitutional framework but never previously formed. Half of senators would be appointed by the Shah and half elected, creating a stronger royal foothold in national legislation.
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What did the Majlis do on May 4, 1949?
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The linked event explains the context: It passed legislation establishing the Senate.
The May 1949 amendment allowed the Shah to dissolve parliament.
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The revised Article 48 granted this power subject to new elections.