General of India during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, and a sepoy (Indian soldier). Let's evaluate each of the statements:

A. Lord Canning is shown as a looming father figure.

• This statement is correct. In the cartoon, Lord Canning is depicted as a looming father figure. 

B. Lord Canning is shown with his protective hand over the head of a sepoy.

• This statement is correct. In the cartoon, Lord Canning is shown with his hand over the head of a sepoy, which symbolizes his act of clemency or mercy.

C. The sepoy is shown bending before Canning.

• This statement is incorrect. The sepoy in the cartoon is not depicted in a submissive position, bending before Lord Canning, which reflects the theme of clemency.

D. The sepoy is shown with unsheathed sword and a dagger in his hands.

• This statement is correct. In the cartoon, the sepoy is shown with an unsheathed sword and a dagger in his hands. 

E. Sword and dagger are dripping with blood.

• This statement is correct. There is indication of the sword and dagger being dripping with blood in the cartoon.

Based on the evaluation of the statements, the correct answer is: 2. A, B, D, E only