Q. Which of the following statements regarding the Smritis in ancient Indian literature is/are correct:

1. Smriti stands next in authority to the Sruti.
2. Smriti explains and develops Dharma and lays down laws regulating Hindu national, social, family and individual obligations.
3. Smritis explain the ritualistic injunctions (Vidhis) in the Vedas.

Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer: 1, 2 & 3
Notes: Smriti is regarded as next in authority after Sruti (the Vedas) and serves as the foundation for Hindu law and ethics. It elaborates Dharma, covers social and family obligations, and clarifies ritualistic instructions from the Vedas. Key Smriti texts include the Manusmriti and epics, forming the basis of later Hindu jurisprudence and practices.