Which of the following statements about Mahatma Gandhi's South African experiences (1893 – 1914) is/are true?
1. Muslim merchants were actively involved in Gandhian political movements in South Africa.
2. In 1906, Gandhi led a campaign in Cape Town against the ordinance on compulsory registration and passes for Indians.
3. Gandhi began his political career with struggles against the imposition of excessive taxes on Indians in Cape Town.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Options

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