In December 2001, which town was the last major area under Taliban control?

• A. Kabul
• B. Kandahar
• C. Herat
• D. Baghdad

Answer: (B)

Kandahar was the last major area under Taliban control in December 2001. This town has historical significance as it is considered the birthplace of the Taliban movement and served as their spiritual and administrative center. The U.S.-led coalition succeeded in taking control of Kandahar in December 2001, which marked a significant turning point in the campaign against the Taliban regime.

While Kabul was taken earlier in November 2001 and Herat fell under coalition control around the same time, Kandahar's capture represented the collapse of the Taliban's stronghold. Baghdad, on the other hand, is located in Iraq and was not relevant to this context. Hence, Kandahar is correctly identified as the last major area to fall from Taliban control during that period.