Statement-I: Growth of plants is smooth with a complete fertilizer. St

Statement-I: Growth of plants is smooth with a complete fertilizer.
Statement-II: A complete fertilizer always contains N, P, K.

Both the statements are individually true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I
Both the statements are individually true but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I
Statement I is true but Statement II is false
Statement I is false but Statement II is true
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UPSC NDA-1 – 2015
Both Statement I and Statement II are individually true, and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I.
Statement I is true because a complete fertilizer provides the essential macronutrients (N, P, K) required for healthy and smooth plant growth. Statement II defines a complete fertilizer as one containing N, P, and K.
Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), and Potassium (K) are the primary macronutrients that plants need in significant amounts for various physiological processes, including growth, flowering, and fruiting. A fertilizer providing all three in balanced proportions (a complete fertilizer) ensures that plants receive the necessary nutrients for optimal and smooth development, thus Statement II explains why Statement I is true.