Centre of activity of autonomic nervous system is_________________?
Correct answer: B. Hypothalamus
- A. Midbrain
- B. Hypothalamus
- C. Cerebrum
- D. Pons
Explanation
The hypothalamus is the major integrating centre for autonomic activity, linking visceral control with endocrine and behavioural responses. The medulla and pons contain important autonomic nuclei, but the overall coordinating centre is the hypothalamus.
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