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With reference to 'Dugong', a mammal found in India, which of the following statements is /are correct?

1. It is a herbivorous marine animal.

2. It is found along the coast of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu.

3. It is given legal protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.

                    Select the correct answer using the code given below:        

A) 1 and 2                       

B) 2 only                  

C) 1 and 3                 

D) 3 only