Consider the following statements regarding earthquakes1. In earthquakes, shocks are generated at a point known as the epicenter2. The point of origin of shock may be within the crust or mantle3. The more earthquake prone areas are at the merging of tectonic platesWhich of the above statements are correct ?

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