What led to widespread protests in iran in 2009? a) the rise of the hezbollah b)charges of election c) fraud the overthrow of the shah d) reforms in women’s rights

The correct answer is charges of election fraud

The election was hotly contested between incumbent president Mousavi and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. The election results however showed that the incumbent led by 70 percent of the votes cast. Key leaders,Mousavi himself and international observer pointed out electoral malpractices. the opposition leader however urged his supporters to engage in peaceful protests.