Multiple Choice Questions

Name the gland that controls the functioning of other endocrine glands ........

General Studies (CGL) General Science

Name the gland that controls the functioning of other endocrine glands.

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SSC CGL 4 June 2019 Shift-2

Rineal gland

Pancreas

Pituitary gland

Adrenal gland

- Option 1: Rineal gland

- The correct term is likely "pineal gland," which is involved in regulating sleep-wake cycles through the hormone melatonin.

- Option 2: Pancreas

- This gland produces insulin and glucagon to manage blood sugar but does not control other endocrine glands.

- Option 3: Pituitary gland

- Often called the "master gland," this gland controls several other endocrine glands by releasing hormones like TSH, ACTH, and LH.

- Option 4: Adrenal gland

- These glands produce hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, but they do not regulate other glands directly.

- Correct Answer: Option 3: Pituitary gland

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