Consider the following statements regarding the evolution of Bhagavatism and Vaishnavism in the post-Mauryan period: 1. The Narayaniya section of the Mahabharata provides a detailed exposition of the doctrines of the Bhagavata sect. 2. The worship of Vasudeva-Krishna was initially associated with the Vrishni clan of the Yadavas before expanding into a pan-Indian devotional movement. 3. The Besnagar Garuda pillar inscription of Heliodorus contains an inscription referencing three virtues leading to heaven: self-restraint (damah), self-denial (tyagah), and vigilance (apramadah). Which of the statements given above is/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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