In the human body, the 'Corpus callosum' is a large band of nerve fibers that connects the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the human body, the 'Corpus callosum' is a large band of nerve fibers that connects the:
A. Left and right cerebral hemispheres
B. Thalamus and hypothalamus
C. Brain and spinal cord
D. Cerebrum and cerebellum
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The corpus callosum is the largest white matter structure in the brain, consisting of over 200 million axons. It forms a broad, flat band located deep in the longitudinal fissure (the cleft between the two hemispheres). Its primary function is to serve as the main communication pathway, allowing the left and right cerebral hemispheres to share information, coordinate activities, and integrate sensory, motor, and cognitive functions.

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