First sentence: Why this is the first line? This paragraph is the first line because it introduces the main topic. It talks about the harm caused by sports administrators. This is a general statement that sets the stage for the rest of the text. It does not refer to any previous information. Why other lines are not chosen? Paragraph 2 starts with "In the case of sports persons," which refers back to the topic of sports persons, so it is not independent. Paragraph 3 starts with "A case in the point," which is specific and does not stand alone. Paragraph 4 starts with "The potential exchanges," which uses the definite article "the" and assumes prior knowledge, so it is not independent.

Concluding sentence: Why this is the last line? This paragraph is the last line because it wraps up the discussion. It reflects on the situation with the officials and gives a final thought about it being like a drama. This shows the conclusion of the topic.

Paragraph pairs:

• Pair 1 (Paragraph 1 → Paragraph 2): Paragraph 2 connects with Paragraph 1 because it continues the discussion about sports persons. It uses the phrase "In the case of sports persons," which links back to the topic of sports administrators harming the image of the country. This shows a logical order of ideas.
• Pair 2 (Paragraph 2 → Paragraph 3): Paragraph 3 connects with Paragraph 2 because it gives a specific example of the apathy mentioned in Paragraph 2. The phrase "A case in the point" introduces a specific situation that illustrates the problem discussed earlier. This shows a broader to specific strategy.
• Pair 3 (Paragraph 3 → Paragraph 4): Paragraph 4 connects with Paragraph 3 because it continues the story about the Indian Body-Building Federation. It talks about the exchanges between officials, which relates to the penalty mentioned in Paragraph 3. This shows a logical order of events.