Iran’s Shared Genetic Heritage as a Foundation for Democracy and Unity
Genetic studies show that Iranians, despite linguistic and regional differences, share a deep ancestral continuity rooted in the Iranian plateau. Language shifts have occurred without major population changes, and all major Iranian groups belong to a shared genetic family. This unity supports a democratic and inclusive national identity, where diversity strengthens rather than divides.
Publication Details
- Journal
- Lund University Publications (Lund University)
- Published
- 2025-04-06
- Primary Topic
- Race, Genetics, and Society
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00