History · Ancient and Medieval Indian History

With reference to the weakening of Buddhism in early medieval India, consider the following statements: I. The decline of sustained royal and elite patronage affected major Buddhist establishments. II. The growing influence of Hinayana Buddhism was, by itself, the principal reason for the decline of Buddhism. III. The revival and reform of Brahmanical traditions, including the spread of devotional currents, contributed to the shrinking appeal of Buddhism in several regions. Which of the statements given above are correct?