45th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2001
Where is the governing centre of reflex action located?
aIn cerebrum
bIn cerebellum
cIn spinal cord✓ Correct
dIn nerve cells
Explanation
The control center of reflex actions is the spinal cord. The spinal cord is a cylindrical structure. Through it, we receive stimuli, and based on their nature, reflex actions are mainly of two types— (1) Unconditioned and (2) Conditioned. Due to reflex action, when the foot steps on a thorn, we immediately pull the foot backward.
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