Physics · Electrostatic Potential

Given below are two statements: Statement I: The formula for electrostatic energy density \( u = \frac{1}{2} \varepsilon_0 E^2 \) is valid only for the uniform electric field between the plates of a parallel plate capacitor. Statement II: The permittivity of a dielectric medium is always smaller than the permittivity of free space. 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.