This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Operative Obs, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
The principle supports of the uterus are: 
Select and explain. 
A. The iliosacral ligaments, B. The pyriformis muscle, C. The transverse cervical ligaments, D. The infundibular ligaments
C: The transverse cervical ligaments
Answer: C: The transverse cervical ligaments 
Explanation: Ans. C. The transverse cervical ligaments* The principle supports of the uterus are the transverse cervical ligaments (cardinal ligaments), uterosacral ligaments and the round ligament.* The infundibular ligaments attach the ovaries to the posteo-lateral wall of the uterus.* The pyriformis muscle lines the lateral wall of the pelvis overlying the iliosacral ligament.