Which of the following statements about the pituitary gland is correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following statements about the pituitary gland is correct?
A. It is not connected to the hypothalamus.
B. It produces insulin.
C. It is often called the master gland.
D. It is located in the abdomen.
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The pituitary, located at the base of the brain, controls many endocrine glands via its hormones, earning the name 'master gland'. Insulin is from pancreas; it is connected to hypothalamus by infundibulum.

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