This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Neuroanatomy, Subject name: Anatomy
Which is not a part of basal ganglia? 
Select and explain. 
A. Caudate nucleus, B. Thalamus, C. Lenticular nucleus, D. Globus pallidus
B: Thalamus
Answer: B: Thalamus 
Explanation: Ans. B ThalamusRef: Textbook of Neuroanatomy pg. 82,83Basal ganglia include following nuclei-* Caudate nucleus* Putamen* Globus pallidus* Subthalamic nucleus* Substantia nigraLenticulate nucleus = putamen + globus pallidusFunction of basal ganglia--Planning and programming of movements.