When were the first written “Laws of Cricket” drawn up?
A. 1597
B. 1787
C. 1844
D. 1902
Correct Answer: B (1787)
Explanation:
The first known code of laws for cricket was drawn up in 1744, but it was not until 1787 that the “Laws of Cricket” were written down for the first time by a group of cricket enthusiasts led by Thomas Lord. The laws have been revised and updated many times since then, but the basic principles remain the same. The Laws of Cricket are now maintained by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) and are recognized as the official rules of the game by the International Cricket Council (ICC).