Read the following statements carefully:1.Kerala is extending maternity leave benefits to teachers and other staff of private educational institutions, including those in the unaided sector.2.When the amendment to the Act comes into force, Kerala would become the first state in the country to provide maternity benefits in the private educational sector.3.Employees covered under the law can avail 16 weeks’ maternity leave with salary.Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 1 and 2
• C. Only 1 and 3
• D. Only 2 and 3
• E. All are correct