Consider the following statements regarding the expansion of the Mauryan Empire into the Deccan during Bindusara's reign: 1. Taranatha, the Tibetan historian, credits Bindusara with conquering the land between the two seas (Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal). 2. Sangam literature, particularly poems by Mamulanar, refers to the 'Vamba Moriyar' (upstart Mauryas) invading the south up to the Podiyil Hill. 3. Bindusara completely annexed the Kalinga region to secure trade routes to the deep south. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

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

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