Physics · Electrostatic Potential

Given below are two statements: Statement I: Inside the bulk of a metallic conductor in electrostatic equilibrium, the electrostatic field is non-zero if the conductor has an irregular shape. Statement II: Excess charge placed on a solid metallic conductor resides exclusively on its outer 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.