In which year was the first Cricket World Cup held in India?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) 1987.
· The 1987 Cricket World Cup was the first to be held in India.
· It was the third edition of the Cricket World Cup, and it was co-hosted by India and Pakistan.
· The tournament took place from October 9 to October 20, 1987, and marked a significant milestone in the history of cricket, as it was the first time the World Cup was held in the Indian subcontinent.
· India's performance in the 1987 World Cup was notable, though they did not win the tournament.
· The final was contested between Australia and England, with Australia emerging as the champions.
· This World Cup was also a turning point in terms of the game’s evolution in the subcontinent, where cricket became increasingly popular.
Information booster:
· The 1983 Cricket World Cup, held in England, was the first time India won the prestigious tournament, defeating the West Indies in the final.
Other Options:
· 1983: This was the year India won its first Cricket World Cup, but it was held in England, not India.
· 1975: The first-ever Cricket World Cup was held in England in 1975.
· 1979: The 1979 Cricket World Cup was the second edition, which was also held in England and won by the West Indies.