With reference to an earthquake consider the following statements.
1. The point where the energy of an earthquake is released is called the hypocentre.
2. The point on the surface, nearest to the focus of the earthquake, is called epicentre.
3. Epicentre is a point directly below the focus of an earthquake.
Which of the statements given above is / are corrrect?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

1 and 2 only

D

2 and 3 only