Consider the following statements regarding the recent rise in tomato prices in India:
Statement I: The area under kharif tomato cultivation this year is significantly lower than the target due to extreme heat and pest attacks.
Statement II: Many farmers have shifted from tomato to maize cultivation due to the resilience of maize in extreme weather and its growing demand for ethanol production.
Which of the following is correct with respect to 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.