Physics · Electrostatic Potential

Given below are two statements: Statement I: If a point charge is moved from one point to another on an equipotential surface, the work done is zero. Statement II: The electric field is always parallel to an equipotential surface. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

1. A
   Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
2. B
   Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
3. C
   Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
4. D
   Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.