With reference to the judicial officers in the Mauryan administration, consider the following statements: 1. The 'Rajukas' were judicial-cum-revenue officers who were given independent authority by Ashoka to award punishments and rewards. 2. The 'Pradeshtris' were the chief judges of the civil courts (Dharmasthiya). 3. The 'Vyavaharika Mahamatras' were judicial officers stationed in major cities to prevent arbitrary imprisonment. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

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

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