Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding vegetative propagation of plants? 1. Vegetative propagation produces clonal population. 2. Vegetative propagation helps in eliminating the virus. 3. Vegetative propagation can be practiced most of the year. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Statement 1 and 3 are correct because vegetative propagation is a form of asexual reproduction that produces genetically identical clones and can be carried out independently of seasonal flowering or seed production cycles. Statement 2 is incorrect because vegetative propagation typically transmits existing viruses from the parent plant to the offspring; only specialized laboratory techniques like meristem culture can produce virus-free plants. This question tests the core concept of asexual plant reproduction and its practical advantages and limitations in agriculture.