The three largest coal producers – China, India and Indonesia – all produced record amounts in 2022. In March 2023, both China and India set new monthly records, with China surpassing 400 million tonnes for the second time ever and India surpassing 100 million tonnes for the first time.

The War of American Independence, also known as the American Revolutionary War, took place between 1775 and 1783. Therefore, the correct option is not listed among the provided choices. If we consider the closest option, (D) 1776, it is a significant year within the timeframe of the war as the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. The war itself had already begun in 1775.

The correct answer is Cricket. Sheesh Mahal Cricket Tournament, the oldest summer cricket event in the country. The tournament was started in 1951 by cricket enthusiast M Askari Hasan to satiate the urge of fans who were usually devoid of the sport during the summer season.