Question

Following are four stages of group development. Arrange them in order:
(A) Healing stage
(B) Development stage
(C) Stabilisation stage
(D) Formation stage

• A. (A), (B), (C), (D)
• B. (D), (B), (A), (C)
• C. (B), (A), (D), (C)
• D. (C), (B), (D), (A)

Hint:

Knowing the sequence of group development helps manage teams effectively in extension and social projects.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: A group first forms, defining purpose and membership, stage D.
Step 2: It then actively develops tasks and structure, stage B, surfacing internal friction.
Step 3: That friction is resolved in a healing stage, stage A.
Step 4: The group then settles into stabilisation, stage C, giving order D, B, A, C, the second option.