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Gasserian ganglion is part of

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Trigeminal
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Abducens
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Pathetic
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Hypoglossal
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Solution

The correct option is A Trigeminal
The Gasserian ganglion is the semilunar ganglion present in the Meckel Cavity which is present in the dura mater. The trigeminal nerve passes laterally to the Gasserian ganglion. It is the sensory ganglion of the trigeminal nerve. The trigeminal nerve is the largest and the complex cranial nerve. It innervates face, mucous membranes, salivary glands and other structures of the head.
Hence, the correct answer is 'Trigeminal'

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