This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Thalamus, Hypothalamus and Basal Ganglia, Subject name: Physiology
[{'content': 'The only sensory modality which does not reach the thalamus directly is: \nSelect and explain. \nA. Proprioception, B. Taste, C. Olfaction, D. Pain and temperature', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: C \nExplanation: Ans. C. Olfaction"Smell pathways (olfaction) have no relay in the thalamus; & there is no neocortical projection area for olfaction.', 'role': 'assistant'}]