Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Constitution:
Statement I: The Indian Constitution's unique blend of rigidity and flexibility reflects the intent of its framers to preserve core constitutional values while allowing adaptation to socio-political changes.
Statement II: All constitutional amendments in India require a special majority of Parliament and ratification by at least half of the states to ensure uniform national consensus.
Which one of the following is/are correct in respect of the above statements?
1
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II explains Statement I.
2
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II does not explain Statement I.
3
Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect.
4
Statement I is incorrect, but Statement II is correct.