Concerning the administration and significance of Agrahara and Matha, examine the following statements:
- Agrahara lands were often administered by the recipient Brahmins who were responsible for religious and ethical duties.
- Mathas were headed by religious leaders known as 'Mahants' or 'Swamis'.
- Both Agrahara and Matha contributed to the centralization of political power by supporting the ruling dynasties.
- Agrahara grants were temporary and would revert to the state after a fixed period.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
1
1 and 2 only
2
1, 2, and 3 only
3
2, 3, and 4 only
4
1, 3, and 4 only