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Which of the following statements are correct with reference to the Satavahana dynasty?

1. Gautamiputra Satakarni, the famous Satavahana ruler, defeated the Sakas and destroyed many Kshatriya rulers.

2. The empire of Gautamiputra Satakarni extended from Malwa in the north to Karnataka in the south.

3. The Satavahanas started the practice of granting tax-free villages to Brahmanas only.

4. The official language of the Satavahanas was Sanskrit.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A) 1, 3 and 4 only  

B) 1 and 2 only

C) 2, 3 and 4 only  

D) 1, 2, 3 and 4