With reference to the history of ancient India, which of the following was/were common to both Buddhism and Jainism?\n1. Avoidance of extremities of penance and enjoyment\n2. Indifference to the authority of the Vedas\n3. Denial of efficacy of rituals\nSelect the correct answer using the code given below:

Correct Option: (B) 2 and 3 only

Both opposed the ritualism and the sacrifices of Brahmanism and also challenged the supremacy of the Brahmanas. (Statement 3 is correct)\nBoth denied the authenticity of the Vedas as an infallible authority. (Statement 2 is correct)\nEven though both emphasised Ahimsa or non-violence, Jainism believes in extremities of penance, for example, the practice of Kaya klesh, a must for Jain monks who take the lifelong vow of diksha or monkhood, is excruciatingly painful. (Statement 1 is not correct)