On 17th March, 1997 Monday falls. What day of the week was it on 17th March, 1996?

Answer: Option D

The year 1996 is a leap year. So, it has 2 odd days. But 17th March comes after 29th February.
So, the day on 17^th March, 1997 will be 1 day beyond the day on 17^th March,1996.
Here 17^th March, 1997 is Monday. So, 17^th March, 1996 is Sunday.