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Top 20 most intriguing Iran trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

Iran, known officially as the Islamic Republic of Iran, is a sovereign state in Western Asia. Located at the crossroads of Central Asia, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean, Iran is bordered by Iraq, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, and Turkey. With an estimated population of over 80 million and a land area of almost 1,700,000 square kilometers, Iran is one of the world’s largest nations and one of the most populous countries in the Middle East. Iran has a rich cultural history and is home to many of the world’s oldest civilizations. As the birthplace of the Persian Empire, modern-day Iran is home to a number of renowned religious figures and is a major regional power. From its long-standing ties with Russia to its geopolitics in the Middle East, Iran is a fascinating country with a complex history and culture. This trivia template offers questions about Iran’s fascinating history, culture, and government.


1) What is the capital of Iran?

  • Isfahan
  • Tehran
  • Tabriz
  • Mashhad

2) What is the oldest city of Iran?

  • Tehran
  • Isfahan
  • Shiraz
  • Hamadan

3) How many provinces does Iran have?

  • 11
  • 15
  • 24
  • 28

4) By what name was Iran known before 1935?

  • Persia
  • Mesopotamia
  • Syria
  • Arabia

5) Who was the first female judge in Iran?

  • Shirin Ebadi
  • Farah Pahlavi
  • Zohreh Sefati
  • Mehrangiz Kar

6) What is the official language of Iran?

  • Turkish
  • Arabic
  • Farsi
  • Urdu

7) What is the currency of Iran?

  • Dirham
  • Riyal
  • Rial
  • Pound

8) What is the most widely practiced religion in Iran?

  • Judaism
  • Hinduism
  • Islam
  • Christianity

9) What is Iran's main oil export?

  • Crude Oil
  • Natural Gas
  • Petroleum
  • Diesel

10) What year did the Iranian Revolution take place?

  • 1979
  • 1977
  • 1989
  • 1923

11) What is the name of the longest river in Iran?

  • Aras
  • Karun
  • Yazd
  • Tigris

12) What is the highest mountain in Iran?

  • Damavand
  • Zard-Kuh
  • Alvand
  • Sabalan

13) What is the most populous city in Iran?

  • Tehran
  • Isfahan
  • Mashhad
  • Shiraz

14) What is the total population of Iran?

  • 85 million
  • 91.9 million
  • 77.6 million
  • 100 million

15) What is the most popular sport in Iran?

  • Soccer
  • Basketball
  • Cricket
  • Volleyball

16) What is the main type of cuisine in Iran?

  • Mediterranean
  • Persian
  • Indian
  • Mexican

17) What is the symbol of Iran?

  • Lion
  • Wolf
  • Sun
  • Eagle

18) What is the name of the unregulated market in Iran?

  • Red Market
  • Blue Market
  • Black Market
  • Green Market

19) What is the official state ideology of Iran?

  • Sunism
  • Shi'a Islam
  • Alevism
  • Sufism

20) What type of government does Iran have?

  • Democratic
  • Autocracy
  • Communist
  • Theocratic Republic

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