Consider the following statements about SAARC :
1. The SAARC Secretariat is located at Kathmandu. 2. The Secretariat is headed by the Secretary General, who is appointed by the Council of Ministers from Member States in alphabetical order for a three year term. 3. The Secretary General is assisted by eight Directors on deputation from the Member States.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Options

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