Which statement is correct regarding Ryotwari system? I. System was introduced in North India in terms of which the village community was jointly and severally responsible for payment of rent. II. Zamindars acted as intermediaries between the cultivators and the government. III. Revenue was 'settled' by the government with zamindars, either permanently or temporarily.

• A. I & II
• B. Only III
• C. Only II
• D. None of the above