Option 1 is incorrect. Ryotwari settlement did not recognize the cultivators as the owner of the land. Instead, it recognized the British government as the ultimate owner of the land.

Option 2 is correct. Ryotwari settlement was indeed a temporary settlement. It was introduced by the British in various parts of India, such as Madras Presidency and Bombay Presidency, in the 19th century.

Option 3 is incorrect. Ryotwari settlement was introduced earlier than the permanent settlement. The permanent settlement, also known as the Zamindari system, was introduced in Bengal and Bihar in the late 18th century.

In conclusion, the correct statements about the Ryotwari settlement are that it was a temporary settlement and it was introduced earlier than the permanent settlement.