Correct option is B
The Indian Airlines Flight IC-814 was hijacked on December 24, 1999, while on its way from Kathmandu to Delhi. The plane was taken to Kandahar, Afghanistan, by terrorists. This hijacking led to a tense hostage situation that ended when the Indian government agreed to release three terrorists in exchange for the hostages.
Information Booster: The hijacking of IC-814 was a significant event in Indian history, leading to intense diplomatic negotiations. The plane was held at Kandahar, which was under the control of the Taliban at the time, making the situation more complex.
Additional Knowledge:
· (a) September 1981: No significant hijacking event related to Indian Airlines occurred during this period.
· (c) September 2001: Refers to the 9/11 terrorist attacks in the USA, unrelated to the Indian Airlines hijacking.
· (d) July 1994: No major Indian Airlines hijacking occurred during this period.
