In the question given below, a few sentences are provided which are grammatically correct and meaningful. Connect them using the word given above the statements in the best possible way without changing the intended meaning. Choose your answer accordingly. NEVERTHELESS

• I Despite repeated assurances from the leadership regarding structural reforms and operational transparency, several legacy inefficiencies continued to persist within the organization I
• I The organization witnessed a gradual improvement in external stakeholder perception, particularly among institutional investors and regulatory bodies II
• I The management implemented a series of corrective measures aimed at addressing long-standing procedural bottlenecks and governance lapses I
• V Concerns regarding the sustainability of these improvements remained prevalent among internal stakeholders, especially those directly involved in execution