Order the Indian administrative units from smallest to largest: Village, Block, District, State.
Verbal Reasoning
Logical Sequence of Words
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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A(ii), (i), (iv), (iii)
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B(ii), (iii), (iv), (i)
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C(ii), (iv), (i), (iii)
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D(iii), (ii), (i), (iv)
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ENone of these
Answer
Correct Answer: (ii), (iv), (i), (iii)
Explanation
Introduction / Context:Administrative divisions in India follow a well-known nesting order. The question checks knowledge of this hierarchy from grassroots to the highest state level.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Items: District (i), Village (ii), State (iii), Block (iv).
- Assume the standard rural administrative structure.
Concept / Approach:The conventional order is: Village → Block → District → State. A Block (or Community Development Block) groups multiple villages; districts contain multiple blocks; a state comprises multiple districts.
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Village (ii) — smallest unit.2) Block (iv) — cluster of villages.3) District (i) — cluster of blocks.4) State (iii) — cluster of districts.Verification / Alternative check:Check nesting: each item strictly contains the previous. Any other order breaks containment (e.g., putting State before District).
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
- (a), (b) break the Block–District order.
- (d) starts from the largest unit, reversing the intended growth.
Common Pitfalls:
- Confusing “Block” with “District.” Blocks are sub-district units.
Final Answer:(ii), (iv), (i), (iii)