Timeline 2/Jehan

Jehan, officially the Islamic Republic of Jehan, is a country located in southwestern Meozuria. With a land area of 13.4 million square kilometers and a population of 180 million, it is the fourth largest country in the world by population and third largest by Area.

Early history
The Earliest traces of Human Civilization in the regions that comprise Modern Jehan date back to 2000 BE, With the Earliest recorded Civilization being founded sometime around 1900 BE; The Aeci, whose territory was largely concentrated around the Present-day Settlement of Yevin. Due to its forest-dominated landscape, It made quite great foundations for large naval forces, thus nearly all states in the Early Era with access to the sea in the territories that comprise Jehan today, were famed for their Naval Prowess. By the Dawn of the Year 1000 BE, New States had formed throughout the Land, Namely, the Chiefdom of Afa (comprising a territory concentrated inland around modern-day settlements of Nipava and Padrisova, whose descendants are the modern Azbiani People of Jehan) and the Kuza Repamit (An Early Kazaki State concentrated around the present settlements of Pakalinu and Igrichiye)

While an era of co-existence did follow, In 853 BE, The Aeci, now having evolved into a proper Nation-State, The Aeci Espanate (A Tribal Realm under a Hereditary Despotic Leader, The Espan) would go to war against the Chiefdom of Afa.

After a little over two decades of warfare, each year ending primarily in stalemates or minor victories and defeats, A Peace would be established in 831 BE. However the Cultural and Military Dynamics of the region would be changed forevermore in the decade that followed, New Techniques and Military thought began to arise about the effective use of Horses in Combat, Chariots, Proper Cavalry Retinues, and even sports revolving around Horses would see a great deal of development.

The Rise of the Aeci
The effectiveness of these tactics would be proven in the 821 BE Aeci-Kazaki War, During which Kazaki Chariots annihilated a 2,000 man levy at a battlefield near the present-day settlement of Marusya. While no major geopolitical changes would occur for the next 800 years or so, The three states had grown in power immensely and held considerable power and influence in the region.

Much of the dynamics of power, like 8 centuries before, would be changed in the year 17 BE, when an Aeci Military General, Evem Oson was captured by a Kazaki prince while he was out on a short walk near the border with the now Kazaki Resnit (A Tribal Monarchy where the Strongest Generals were elected to positions of power, if they and their family were to maintain their prowess, they can be elected for an infinite period of time)

This would lead to the Bloody 'Four Tulips War' between the Aeci Ehsaman (Still a Tribal Monarchy, but grown to the size of a Kingdom) and the Kazaki Resnit. The war would see many old boundaries broken with the plundering of multiple settlements in both realms and would end up causing a death toll of nearly 12,000 lives lost, given the population of the world then, this was catastrophic. Nevertheless, it would lead to the Aeci Subjugation of the Kazaki Tribes.

A few years later, in 12 BE, The Aeci Ehsaman would go to war with the Chiefdom of Afa, defeating them decisively at the Battle of Féciglir (A battleground near the present-day settlement of Timonia) through the skilled use of Cavalry. The battle would see the entire Afanid Army wiped out and their tribal leaders captured, leading to a swift peace settlement; The Subjugation of the Afa People into the newly proclaimed, Aeci Xehxanet (Empire)

However, the fate of the people of modern-day Jehan would be changed forever, As a result of the 'روشنگری' or 'Enlightenment'

The presently used Dating System is also based around this very event, As all years are written in descending order before it and denoted as 'Before Enlightenment' and years after it are written in the ascending order and denoted as 'After Enlightenment'

The Enlightenment
As a result of a crackdown by the Imperial authorities as Islam spread among the populace as a result of the teachings of as many as twenty-three men (Known as the 'Peeraneh' These men are believed to have met the 'fourteen innocents' or 'چهارده معصوم' at some point in their lives, and were known for their compassionate, honest and humble character, their teachings consisted of primarily the Quran as it was taught to them as well as virtually all knowledge of the Planet Earth and it's history that is now available on Ura) throughout the territories of the Empire which were felt to be a 'threat' to the dominance of the Emperor and the influence of the Imperial bureaucracy by undermining and denouncing the culture that was promoted by them to keep the people docile and complacent.

Over the course of fifteen years in a series of events considered to simply be miraculous by historians, not only were the Aeci Xexhanet's forces defeated in battle decisively on multiple occasions but the Muslims even after facing far superior armies countless times at battlefields like L'nesem (Now Linava) were now marching on the walled Imperial capital in the year 15 AE. The Muslims at this time were organized in two large armies numbering 45,000 men in total, a veteran force having defeated the Aeci Cavalry Qesi'n (Qesi'n translates to a brigade, these numbered 5,000 each similar to modern brigades, over six such formations were fielded by the Aeci Xexhanet at the time of the enlightenment) as well as the Xexhane Artem (Imperial Guard Legions, 3,000 each, over ten such formations were fielded by the Xexhanet) which were both known for their prowess in battle, having contributed greatly in the rise of the Aeci Xexhanet as a power in the region.

The Imperial Capital of Abeseen which was situated at a site between the modern-day cities of Yevin and Lezgin (only a small village survives closest to the ruins of the Capital which are designated as a National Heritage site by the government of Jehan) surrendered shortly after the well organized Muslim armies came into sight, still a few kilometers away. The armies, who had been ordered not to engage first, would find the Imperial Capital surrendering instead of putting up any further resistance. It was decreed by the Muslims there and then " All those who lay down their arms or take refuge in their homes, or that of the Emperor and his associates shall be granted full amnesty" The Emperor and the Imperial bureaucracy, now removed from power were greatly impressed by this gesture from the Muslims, whose villages and soldiers were shown no mercy and executing those captured or discovered was a clear decree from the Emperor specific only to the Muslims and all those who sympathized with them, thus as a result, the Emperor would denounce his title and embrace Islam.

With the fall of the Empire, a new communal Muslim state was founded, centered at the newly founded city of Shehrevam. The newly born Imamate (Leadership), colloquially referred to as the 'حکومت مردم' or 'People's Government' would oversee a year-long period of great social and economic change including the barbaric practices of ritual torture, Senicide,etc as prescribed in the Quran, which addresses all humans regardless of location, race, beliefs or birth.

Geography
The areas occupied by Jehan are quite diverse in terms of the diversity of biomes, climate, and wildlife. While the majority of the country is occupied by Temperate Rainforests, consisting of the bulk majority of the South Western and Southern parts of the country.

Further down south as well as in the southwest of the country, patches of wetlands can be found, however, the largest such area exists at the southernmost point of the country which is also the location of the city of Againo.

Due to less favorable conditions, the north has been historically less densely populated, furthermore the central regions, as well as the western and easternmost regions, are found to possess a common recurring theme in the populations of settlements, which is the existence of large, populous metropolitan cities surrounded by smaller towns, the south is less densely populated in comparison to some cities further north like the Capital, Shehrevam but their collective population tends to put them at par with some areas.

The Biome and environment change completely after traveling further north from Shehrevam with Temperate Deciduous forests entirely dominant. These parts of the country, which include the very populous coastal city of Tahsem as well as both the bulk of land inhabited by the country's Azbiani and Kazaki peoples in the Northeast and East respectively.

The northern part of the country is dominated by the 'رز آبی' or 'Blue Rose desert. It is the largest patch of desert land in Meozuria and is home to Jehan's oil reserves. It furthermore has served as a natural deterrent against any enemy force that may come attacking from the north and has been home to primarily nomadic tribes for most of Jehan's history. However, due to efforts beginning in the 16th Century AE, the population was largely made permanent and many new cities would appear on the map alongside the original population centers of 'Dusya' and 'Marusya' which previously consisted of nearly the entirety of the settled population of the desert area and it's surrounding up to that point.

Due to its environment being dominated by rainforests as well as the presence of many rivers such as the Prashalaneh River (whose tributaries originate from near the city of Prasegranechoyo) Jehan has had one of the fastest-growing populations in the world something which is contributed to by a long history of innovative developments in agriculture as well as a generally satisfied population in terms of needs, however much loss of human life in past wars has caused quite a significant depopulation of the areas that comprise Jehan, even then so, Jehan ranks at the 5th most populous country in the world.

To the North Jehan is bordered by the M.E.S.U. and the Republic of New Libertasia. To the west, it has the Southern Ocean and to the Southeast, the Jehanian Ocean.

Government
The Islamic Republic of Jehan is governed under a Federal Parliamentary system with the Supreme Leader as the head of state and the Prime Minister as the head of government. The national legislature is the 'Velikoye Sobraniye' or Grand Assembly which has 108 seats in total. Presently the Popular Unitary Front is in power with 96 seats out of 108.

The whole structure of the government apparatus works as explained below:

The Supreme Leader is the head of state, commander in chief of the armed forces, and is designated under the constitution as the 'Guardian of the Revolution'After a previous Supreme Leader dies, retires, or is removed for any reason whatsoever, a selection council is organized consisting of civilian and military experts and serving leadership who must appoint and agree upon one candidate to lead the country. According to the constitution, a non-muslim may be appointed but a necessity shall be that he possesses significant exposure and/or understanding for the faith such that he may rule justly and compassionately over the Muslim majority country, furthermore he must be endorsed by all members of the selection council. This is also the only constitutional way a person without either a professional Islamic clerical degree or experience in administration can be appointed to the high position of Supreme Leader. It should be furthermore noted that officially the prefix 'Supreme' is not used, as the actual title is 'رهبر' or 'Leader' the title of 'رهبر معظم‎' or 'Supreme Leader' is commonly used as a sign of respect or is transliterated as such in foreign usage. The Supreme Leader must be of at least the age of 35 to be appointed to his position.

The responsibilities of the Prime Minister or 'نخست وزیر' include the organization, coordination and administration of all governmental efforts, projects, functions and maintaining the wellbeing of the people of Jehan. The Prime Minister may be of any faith or political belief and holds a position to which he must be elected via popular vote. He may also be of any background, holding at least a higher secondary educational qualification. He must also be of at least the age of 25 to run for the position of Prime Minister. The Prime Minister is the second in command to the Supreme Leader, deputy commander in chief to the armed forces, and chairman of the Cabinet which is chosen by him.

The Cabinet is composed of government officials, ministers, chosen and led by the Prime Minister. Its composition must be approved by a vote in the Grand Assembly. According to the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Jehan, the Prime Minister may dismiss members of the cabinet, but must do so in writing, and new appointees must again be approved by the Parliament.

In recent times there have been proposals presented in the Grand Assembly for the renaming of the Office of Prime Minister to that of the 'President' without any changes in his powers. Such Proposals are speculated to be accepted in the next session, due to be held in late May 2022.