Correct Answer:
B. 2016
Burhan Wani, a commander of the Hizbul Mujahideen, was killed by Indian security forces on July 8, 2016. His death sparked widespread protests and unrest in the Kashmir Valley, making 2016 the correct year.
- The years 2015, 2017, and 2018 are incorrect as his death occurred specifically in 2016.
This event is a significant point in the recent history of the Kashmir conflict, and the question tests knowledge of specific historical events and their timing, which is crucial for understanding regional dynamics.