Question

Given below are few statements with reference to the ovaries of the human female reproductive system: 
(i) It is 2--4 cm in length and is connected to the pelvic wall by tendons. 
(ii) It is covered by a thin epithelium which encloses the ovarian stroma. 
(iii) The stroma is divided into a peripheral medulla and an inner cortex. 
(iv) The ovaries are the primary female sex organs that produce the female gamete (ovum). 
(v) Ovaries are located one on each side of the lower abdomen. 
Choose the option with all the true statements from the given options:

• A. (i), (ii) and (iv)
• B. (ii), (iii) and (v)
• C. (ii), (iv) and (v)
• D. (i), (iii) and (iv)

Hint:

The ovarian stroma has an outer cortex (where follicles develop) and an inner medulla (containing blood vessels). Ovaries produce ova and are 2--4 cm long.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Statements (i), (ii), (iv), and (v) are true. The ovaries are 2--4 cm long and are connected to the pelvic wall by ligaments (often referred to as tendons in some contexts), covered by a thin epithelium enclosing the stroma, are the primary female sex organs producing ova, and are located on each side of the lower abdomen. However, statement (iii) is false because the stroma is divided into an outer cortex and an inner medulla, not the other way around. Thus, option (A) with (i), (ii), and (iv) contains all true statements.