Consider the following statements about the Gahadavala dynasty: 1. The Gahadavalas established their rule in Kannauj after the decline of the Pratiharas. 2. The last major Gahadavala ruler, Jai Chand, was defeated and killed in the Battle of Chandawar (1194 CE). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

• A: Both statements are false
• B: Statement 1 is true, but Statement 2 is false
• C: Statement 1 is false, but Statement 2 is true
• D: Both statements are true

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