Consider the following statements regarding the geographical and ecological factors that aided the military organization of Magadha: 1. The proximity of Magadha to iron ore deposits in the Chota Nagpur plateau enabled the mass production of high-quality weapons. 2. The eastern forests provided timber for building fortifications and chariots, as well as a steady supply of war elephants. 3. Unlike horses, which had to be imported from Central Asia, elephants were locally available and highly effective in clearing dense forests and breaking enemy ranks. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Options:

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

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