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The Pineal Gland

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Pineal gland is located on the

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Ventral side of forebrain

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Lateral side of forebrain

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Dorsal side of forebrain

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Ventral side of midbrain

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Solution

The correct option is C Dorsal side of forebrain
The pineal gland, also known as the 'pineal body,' is a small endocrine gland. It is located on the back portion (Dorsal side) of the third cerebral ventricle of the brain, which is a fluid-filled space in the brain. This gland lies in-between the two halves of the brain.
So, the correct option is C.

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