Regarding Guru Arjan Dev (the 5th Sikh Guru), consider the following statements:
1. He successfully compiled the authentic hymns of the preceding Gurus along with other saints into the Adi Granth in 1604.
2. He laid the foundation of the Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) and had it inaugurated by the renowned Sufi saint Mian Mir.
3. He was executed upon the orders of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for offering blessings to the rebel Prince Khusrau.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Statement 3 is incorrect. Guru Arjan Dev was executed on the orders of Mughal Emperor Jahangir (not Shah Jahan), primarily due to Jahangir's suspicion regarding the Guru's growing influence and the shelter/blessings provided to Jahangir's rebellious son, Prince Khusrau. Statements 1 and 2 are monumental achievements of his guruship.

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