With reference to the 1857 revolt consider the following statements.
1. The sepoys of Meerut appealed to Bahadur Shah Zafar to accept the leadership of the revolt.
2. In Kanpur, the sepoys made Nana Sahib as their leader.
3. In Awadh, Rani Laxmibai was made the leader.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

1 and 2 only

C

2 and 3 only

D

1, 2 and 3