How many members are in the Majles, and what are its primary legislative authorities?

• A. 290 members; passes laws (subject to Guardian Council review), approves the budget, can question ministers, and can impeach or dismiss ministers
• B. 310 members; only ceremonial
• C. 250 members; handles foreign policy
• D. 330 members; can dissolve the Guardian Council

Answer: (A)

Iran's Majles is the national legislature with 290 members elected for four-year terms. Its main powers are to pass laws (subject to Guardian Council review), approve the national budget, question ministers, and impeach or dismiss ministers. The Guardian Council must vet legislation to ensure it aligns with Islam and the constitution, which is why laws are described as subject to its review. The other options misstate either the number of members or the Majles’ actual authorities—for example, it is not ceremonial, does not handle foreign policy as its sole domain, and does not have the power to dissolve the Guardian Council.