Afferent component of corneal reflex is mediated by

Ans. (c) Trigeminal nerveRef: Fuller Neurological examination made easy 3/e, p. 102The afferent component of corneal reflex is mediated through the ophthalmic branch of the trigeminal nerve (Vth nerve).The efferent component is mediated through the facial nerve (VIIth nerve).Following corneal stimulation:* Failure of either side of face to contract = Nasociliary nerve lesion* Failure of only one side to contract = Facial nerve lesion.