I. Senior citizens of the city have complained about the late night disturbance caused due to loudspeakers used during festivals. II. Though, the Government has issued a directive banning late night celebrations involving use of loudspeakers, it is not being strictly followed in some of the areas.

• If statement I is the cause and statement II is its effect.
• If statement II is the cause and statement I is its effect.
• If both the statements I and II are independent causes.
• If both the statements I and II are effects of independent causes.