Gymnosperms are .......

In which of the following groups would you place a plant that produces seeds but lacks flowers and fruits?

Male and female cones both are present in the same plant in $:-$

Female gametophyte in Gymnosperm is found in $:-$

$A$- In conifers,leaves reduce the surface area.
$R$- Conifers have needle-like leaves.

Given below are two statements:
Statement $I$: In gymnosperms, the male and female gametophytes remain within the sporangia.
Statement $II$: In gymnosperms, seeds are not covered.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below: