With reference to the origin of the Rajputs, consider the following statements:
1. The 'Agnikula' myth, which claims that four major Rajput clans emerged from a sacrificial fire-altar, is first mentioned in the Prithviraj Raso by Chand Bardai.
2. Modern historians like D.R. Bhandarkar and James Tod suggested that the myth symbolizes the ritual purification and assimilation of foreign invaders (like Hunas and Sakas) into the Hindu social fold.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both statements are correct. The Prithviraj Raso popularized the Agnikula theory for Chahamanas, Paramaras, Chalukyas, and Pratiharas. Historians interpret this as a social mechanism to legitimize foreign martial tribes as Kshatriyas.

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