With reference to the early English presence in India, consider the following:
1. The 'Interlopers' were unlicensed English traders who challenged the EIC's monopoly.
2. The 'Golden Farman' granted by the Sultan of Golconda in 1632 allowed the English to trade freely in the Golconda ports.
3. The English initially preferred Masulipatnam over Surat for trade due to proximity to the Dutch bases.
Which of the statements are correct?

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Statement 3 is incorrect. English preferred Surat due to its superior commercial significance and better port access compared to Masulipatnam.

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