Consider the following statements in regard to caste system in India during 18th century: 1. It was a major divisive force and element of social disintegration. 2. It had fixed the place of the people in the society. 3. In the entire country caste status had become completely stable. 4. Sometimes an entire caste would succeed in raising itself in the caste hierarchy. Which of-the statements given above are correct?

• A.  1 and 2 only
• B.  1, 2 and 3 only
• C.  2, 3 and 4 only
• D.  1, 2 and 4 only