India became the winner of the Cricket World Cup for the first time in:

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The correct answer is 1983.

Key Points

India became the winner of the Cricket World Cup for the first time in 1983.
The Indian cricket team, led by Kapil Dev, defeated the West Indies in the final match.
The final match was held at the Lords Cricket Ground in London on 25th June 1983.
This victory marked a significant milestone in Indian cricket history and inspired future generations of cricketers.
The win was unexpected as the West Indies team was considered the strongest, having won the previous two World Cups.

Additional Information

The 1983 Cricket World Cup was the third edition of the tournament.
It was organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and was held from 9th June to 25th June 1983.
A total of eight teams participated in the tournament, including India, West Indies, Australia, England, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and Zimbabwe.
The Indian team’s victory in 1983 played a pivotal role in popularizing cricket in India, leading to the sport's massive following in the country today.