Which of the following statements about the first act of the Revolt of 1857 is/are true? 1. It occurred in Meerut, when two sepoys stole a superior officer's rifle. 2. It began when the Rani of Jhansi declared war on the British. 3. It began when Mangal Pandey fired at a European officer in Meerut. 4. It began when Mangal Pandey fired at a European officer in Barrackpore. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A

  2 only
• B

  1, 2 and 3 only
• Correct answer
  C

  4 only
• D

  1 and 4 only

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.