In the following question on sentence arrangement, four labelled sentences P, Q, R and S are given. When properly ordered, they form a coherent paragraph about governments and reports on their performance. Select the option that represents the most logical sequence of these sentences.

Introduction / Context:
This sentence arrangement question concerns how governments react to different kinds of reports. The four given sentences examine the difference between accepting positive reports and rejecting negative ones, and then draw a conclusion about this behaviour. To answer correctly, we must identify the introductory statement, the supporting examples, and the final critical comment.

Given Data / Assumptions:
The sentences are:
S: No government likes negative reports on its performance.
R: Every government is quick to accept reports that give it a pat on the back – as the Indian government was after the latest ease of doing business report.
P: But when it comes to negative human rights reports or one on the environment, it rubbishes them.
Q: This kind of behaviour is not going to solve the problem.
- The task is to select from RSPQ, PRSQ, SRPQ, and RPSQ the order that produces a clear and logical paragraph.

Concept / Approach:
A good paragraph begins with a general observation, follows with examples that illustrate that observation, and then offers a conclusion or evaluation. Sentence S makes a broad claim that no government likes negative reports on its performance, which is a suitable opening. Sentence R gives a supporting example of how governments welcome positive reports. Sentence P contrasts this by showing how governments react to negative reports, especially about human rights and the environment. Finally, sentence Q comments critically on this inconsistent behaviour, making it an appropriate concluding sentence.

Step-by-Step Solution:
Step 1: Identify the introductory statement. S states the general idea that no government likes negative reports on its performance. This is clearly a broad, topic-setting sentence and should come first. Step 2: After S, we need an example of how governments behave when reports are positive. R provides this by explaining that every government quickly accepts reports that praise it, and even gives the example of the Indian government and the ease of doing business report. Step 3: Having seen the reaction to positive reports, we now consider negative reports. P begins with "But when it comes to negative human rights reports or one on the environment, it rubbishes them." This contrast with R is clearly signalled by "But" and logically follows. Step 4: Q then offers an evaluative comment on this pattern: "This kind of behaviour is not going to solve the problem." This concluding sentence reflects on the actions described in S, R, and P. Step 5: Therefore, the correct sequence is S → R → P → Q, which corresponds to option SRPQ.

Verification / Alternative check:
Reading the sentences in the order SRPQ creates a coherent paragraph. It starts with a general statement about governments disliking negative reports (S), then shows that they embrace positive reports with enthusiasm (R), contrasts that with their tendency to dismiss negative human rights and environmental reports (P), and finally criticises this selective behaviour as ineffective (Q). Alternative orders either begin with an example before stating the general principle or place the conclusion too early, both of which weaken the logical structure.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:
- RSPQ begins with an example before stating the general statement in S, making the paragraph feel less well framed and forcing the reader to infer the main claim only after the example.
- PRSQ starts with the contrasting negative report discussion before the broad statement about governments disliking negative reports, which makes the "But" in P less clear.
- RPSQ misplaces both the general statement and the concluding comment, creating a less coherent flow from general idea to examples and evaluation.

Common Pitfalls:
A common mistake is to pick the sentence with "This kind of behaviour" (Q) as an early sentence because it sounds evaluative and strong, without checking whether the behaviour it references has already been described. Another pitfall is ignoring the role of contrasting conjunctions like "But" in P, which must link back to something stated earlier. When arranging sentences, always check that contrast words and pronouns have clear referents in the sentences that precede them.

Final Answer:
The most logical order of the sentences is SRPQ.