In which year did the first SAARC summit take place?

1985

The correct answer is Option 1 - 1985

The first SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) summit took place in 1985.

SAARC stands for the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation. It is an intergovernmental organization established to promote regional cooperation and development among South Asian countries. SAARC was founded in December 1985 with the signing of the SAARC Charter by the heads of state or government of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

The primary objectives of SAARC are to promote economic and regional integration, enhance cooperation in various areas such as trade, agriculture, finance, technology, and culture, and improve the quality of life of the people of South Asia.