Bahrain (land of pearl) (2)

The first section of this article explains geographical and historical background and strategic situation of Bahrain. This section deals with the following subjects: Religions and denominations in Bahrain, religious schools and the extent to which people consider religion; trend in cultural developments; impact of culture; family and social relationships; women's social position; literacy and cultural issues in Bahrain's society; major cultural and historical sites; foreign cultural institutions and their activities; mass media: newspaper, TV and radio stations, the press, and the extent to which the state controls them. The author explains developments of Bahrain in the past three decades; during which Sheikh Isa Bin Soleyman claimed power until the time the changes in ruling structure occurred. The paper also deals with the (Legislative, Executive, Judiciary) and how the political developments were formed and how the opposition parties where introduced and finally relation of Bahrain with other countries particularly with Iran-before and after revolution.