Consider the following statements regarding the 1857 uprising in Lucknow: 1. Begum Hazrat Mahal declared her minor son, Birjis Qadr, as the Wali (ruler) of Awadh. 2. Maulvi Ahmadullah of Faizabad played a crucial role in mobilizing forces and fought alongside the Begum's forces. 3. The British residency in Lucknow was successfully defended throughout the siege by Sir Henry Lawrence without any casualties. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

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

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