Consider the following statements.
$I$. $Cs^{+}$ ion is more highly hydrated than other alkali metal ions.
$II$. Among the alkali metals,only lithium forms a stable nitride by direct combination with nitrogen.
$III$. Among the alkali metals $Li, Na, K, Rb$,the metal $Rb$ has the highest melting point.
$IV$. Among the alkali metals $Li, Na, K, Rb$,only $Li$ forms peroxide when heated with oxygen.
Select the correct statement.

• A
  $I$
• B
  $II$
• C
  $III$
• D
  $IV$