The National Covenant of Inherent, Natural, and Fundamental Rights of Iranians

This text upon the national and universal acceptance of Iranians, may serve as a testament and a sturdy wall against the transgressions of future autocracy. We possess a history and a tendency toward individual rule; however, autocratic rule bears no relation to the Rule of Law. This Covenant does not derive its authority from any parliament; rather, the legitimacy of every future parliament shall be contingent upon its adherence to this Covenant. Should the people ratify this text, we shall be empowered to draft a new Constitution aimed at the preservation and fulfillment of these rights, thereby constructing a democratic future for all the children of Iran. These “Rights” belong to man not to God. Let us forge a new history. A new law signifies a new history!