Bhopal Gas Tragedy took place in:

Correct option is B

Correct Answer: (B) 2nd December, 1984
Explanation:
→ The Bhopal Gas Tragedy occurred on the night of 2–3 December, 1984.
→ It was caused by the leakage of Methyl Isocyanate (MIC) gas.
→ The leak took place at the Union Carbide India Limited (UCIL) pesticide plant in Bhopal.
→ The poisonous gas spread rapidly over nearby residential areas.
→ Hence, the correct date is 2nd December, 1984.
Information Booster:
→ Considered the worst industrial disaster in the world.
→ More than 5 lakh people were exposed to toxic gas.
→ Thousands died immediately; many suffered long-term health effects.
→ Led to stricter environmental and industrial safety laws in India.
→ Highlighted corporate negligence and weak safety standards.