Consider the following statements regarding Hoysala architecture: (1) Temples were constructed on a single five feet high star shaped terrace. (2) The entire base is covered with running lengths of carved friezes of tigers, elephants, horses, birds and celestial beings. (3) The Somnathpur temple built in about 1043 A.D. saw the culmination of Hoysala architecture. Which of the above statements are correct?

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