Consider the following about Utkal Gourav Madhusudan Das
1. He was the first Oriya to be the member of Legislative Council and Member of Central Legislative Assembly.
2. He had the distinction of being the first Indian minister to sail over seas.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A. Only 1

B. Only 2

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: Option C