D And F Block Elements

Given below are two statements :

Statement (I) : In the Lanthanoids, the formation \(\mathrm{Ce}^{+4}\) is favoured by its noble gas configuration.

Statement (II) : \(\mathrm{Ce}^{+4}\) is a strong oxidant reverting to the common +3 state.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :