Which body can veto legislation?

• A. The Parliament.
• B. The Assembly of Experts.
• C. The President.
• D. The Guardian Council.

Answer: (D)

In Iran, after the Parliament passes a bill, it must be approved by the Guardian Council, which has the power to veto legislation. The Council reviews proposed laws to ensure they conform to the Iranian constitution and Islamic law, and it can block a bill if it doesn’t meet those requirements. The Assembly of Experts focuses on supervising the Supreme Leader, not on drafting or vetoing laws. The President has no formal veto power over legislation; even with the president’s support, a bill cannot become law without Guardian Council approval. When conflicts do arise between Parliament and the Council, the Expediency Council can step in to resolve them, but the veto authority rests with the Guardian Council.