Question

Which nervous system controls the gastrointestinal movement?

• A. Central Nervous System
• B. Autonomic Nervous System
• C. Peripheral Nervous System
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B Autonomic Nervous System

The gastrointestinal movement in the digestive system is controlled by the autonomic nervous sytem. The autonomic nervous sytem regulates the functions of gastro-intestinal tract. It controls all the digestive processes, namely motility, pancreatic and gastric secretions, gastrointestinal endocrine secretions, gastrointestinal blood flow and fluid exchange.