Consider the following statements:
1. In 1855, Henry Ricketts, the Commissioner of Odisha Division proposed the merger of Sambalpur with the Odisha Division.
2. In 1868, Sir Stafford Northcote, the Secretary of state for India, held the view that the Odia speaking areas should be grouped into a single administrative unit.
Which of the following is/are correct?

A. Only 1

B. Only 2

C. Both 1 and 2

D. None of the above

Answer: Option C