Consider the following statements regarding the role of Punjab in the Revolt of 1857:
1. The Sikh princes and rulers largely sided with the British, helping suppress the revolt.
2. Rani Jindan, the mother of Maharaja Dalip Singh, led a rebellion against British forces in Punjab.
3. The sepoys in Punjab remained completely loyal to the British, preventing any uprising in the region.
4. Punjab’s strategic location played a crucial role in allowing the British to send reinforcements to Delhi.
Which of the above statements are correct?
1
Only 1 and 4
2
Only 2 and 3
3
Only 1, 2, and 4
4
1, 3, and 4