With reference to the famous Pashupati (Proto-Shiva) seal discovered at Mohenjo-daro, consider the following statements:\n1. The deity is depicted in a yogic posture (Padmasana) and is surrounded by six animals of five distinct species.\n2. A bull is prominently depicted on the right side of the seated deity on the seal.\n3. Sir John Marshall designated this figure as 'Proto-Shiva' based on its yogic posture and association with animals.\nWhich of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

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

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