Explanation

In the provincial administrative hierarchy of medieval India, particularly codified under Sher Shah Suri and the Mughal administration of Akbar, territories were organized hierarchically:

– Pargana (Smallest unit): An aggregate of several villages, administered by a Shiqdar (law and order) and an Amil (revenue assessment).
– Sarkar (District level): A cluster of several parganas, overseen by a Faujdar and an Amal-Guzar.
– Suba (Province – Largest unit): The highest provincial division comprising multiple sarkars, governed by a Subahdar (or Sipahsalar).

Arranging them in ascending order of size (smallest to largest) yields: Pargana -> Sarkar -> Suba.

Therefore, the correct sequence is Option A.