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Though Shams was not as politically active as her brother, she became an influential figure in the court of her brother, Shah Mohammad Reza. She was known to have a relatively open-minded approach to social issues, especially in a society that was deeply traditional. She supported several charitable endeavors and was seen as someone who promoted the welfare of women and children, though her role was often seen as ceremonial compared to her brother’s more authoritative position.
