In reference to the J&K Instrument of Accession, consider the following statements:
1. Jammu and Kashmir was one among the princely states of India in which the British paramountcy lapsed after Independence.
2. In October 1947, Maharaja Hari Singh signed an ‘Instrument of Accession’ of J&K state.
3. According to the terms of the document, the Indian Jurisdiction would extend to external affairs, communications and defence and finance.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?1
1 and 2 only
2
2 and 3 only
3
1 and 3 only
4
1, 2, and 3