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History TURKEY Atatürk’s Reforms By Oznur 1. Political Reforms 2. Social Reforms - Abolishment of the Sultanate (1 November 1922) - Declaration of the Republic (29 October 1923) - Abolishment of Caliphate (3 March 1924) - Women were given equal rights with men (1926-1934) - The Revolution of Headgear and Outfit (25 November 1925) - Closing of dervish lodges and shrines (30 November 1925) - The surname law (21 June 1934) - Abolishment of nicknames, pious and royal titles (26 November 1934) - Adoption of the International calendar, time and measurements (1925-1931)