title: Exhaustive List of World Provinces in Drop Down List
body: <p>A client wants a web form that uses a drop down for the users country and another drop down that automatically list ALL states/provinces within the selected country. I can implement the logic of the form; that is not the problem. The problem is the massive data that would be involved and possible complications that could arise from such a setup. I have already informed the client that the requirement is a dumb idea, not cost effective, and that it would require a database because there can be thousands of provinces worldwide.</p>
  
  <p>Is the request advisable or good practice?
  Are there any examples of this form setup online?
  Are there any api's or web services that can accomplish this?</p>
  
  <p>Any feedback would be greatly appreciated</p>