Given below are two statements. One is labelled Assertion (A) and the other is labelled Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Hypothalamus regulates body temperature. 
Reason (R): It secretes releasing and inhibiting hormones.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

The hypothalamus regulates body temperature by receiving temperature signals from the body, comparing them with a set point, and initiating responses to adjust temperature. It coordinates heat conservation, production, or dissipation through autonomic and endocrine mechanisms, ensuring stable internal conditions essential for optimal bodily functions.

Hypothalamus also secretes releasing and inhibiting hormones.