With reference to the terracotta art of the Gupta and post-Gupta periods in Bihar, consider the following statements: 1. Chirand and Naulagarh have yielded significant Gupta-era terracotta plaques depicting secular themes, including toy carts and animal figurines. 2. The terracotta plaques from the ruins of the ancient Vikramashila monastery primarily depict Buddhist deities and scenes from the Jataka tales, reflecting a transition to post-Gupta Pala art. 3. Unlike stone sculptures, Gupta terracotta art in Bihar completely avoided religious themes and was restricted to domestic ornamentation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

• A: 1 only
• B: 2 only
• C: 1 and 2 only
• D: 1, 2 and 3

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