Farrokhroo Parsa 1922 – 1980

Biography

Farrokhroo Parsa was born on March 22, 1922, in Qom, Iran, during a transformative period in her nation’s history. She devoted her life to public service, becoming an influential Iranian politician whose work reflected her commitment to her country’s development and governance. Her career spanned a significant era of political change, during which she distinguished herself through her dedication to her responsibilities and her role in the nation’s affairs.

Parsa’s life came to an end on May 8, 1980, in Tehran, where she was executed. Her death marked a tragic chapter in Iranian history, a time of profound political upheaval and uncertainty. She was laid to rest at Behesht-e Zahra, one of Iran’s most significant cemeteries, located in the Kahrizak District. Though her life was cut short, her legacy as a pioneering female politician endures as a testament to her courage and service to her nation.