Which of the following statements about India's Independence is/are correct? 1. The formal transfer of power on 15th August, 1947 heralding India's Independence was announced by Lord Mountbatten. 2. Mahatma Gandhi was not present at the festivities in the capital on 15th August, 1947. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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