With reference to the connection of Early Vedic religion with the geography of Bihar and the Eastward expansion, consider the following statements: 1. The Rigveda contains explicit references to the performance of grand Soma sacrifices on the banks of the Gandak (Sadanira) river. 2. The region of Kikata (associated with ancient Bihar) is mentioned in the Rigveda with hostility, suggesting they did not perform Vedic sacrifices. 3. Pramaganda is mentioned as the ruler of Kikata, representing a non-Vedic or pre-Vedic culture. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

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

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