The generation gap in Iran is becoming a larger issue by the day. Most young Iranians find laws they are forced to obey stifling and are finding creative ways to evade their control. The larger issue feared by older generations is the erosion of beliefs and traditions due to younger generations desires and is seen as intentional. Shops, eateries and other social establishments are being closed due to breaking Islamic laws such as women not following proper hejab, and the casual intermixing of the sexes.
Esfandiari, Golnaz. "Iran: Generation Gap Widening As Conservatives Try To Enforce Islamic Social Codes." Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. 09 Dec. 2003. Web. 10 Jan. 2012. .
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