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Statements: There is sharp decline in the production of oil seeds this year. The Government has decided to increase the import quantum of edible oil.

Statement I is the cause and statement II is its effect
Statement II is the cause and statement I is its effect
Both the statements I and II are independent causes
Both the statements I and II are effects of independent causes
Both the statements I and II are effects of some common cause

Correct Answer: Statement I is the cause and statement II is its effect

Explanation:

A sharp decline in oilseed production is bound to reduce oil supply and import of oil is the only means to restore the essential supply.

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