Identify the correct statement regarding the pineal gland or the hormone secreted by it:

1. The gland is situated on the ventral side of the forebrain
2. The hormone secreted by the gland is called as melanin
3. The hormone regulates the diurnal rhythm of our body
4. The hormone decreases immunity
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The pineal gland:
I: helps in maintaining the normal rhythms of sleep-wakefulness cycle and body temperature.
II: influences metabolism, pigmentation and the menstrual cycle.
1. Only I is correct
2. Only II is correct
3. Both I and II are correct
4. Both I and II are incorrect
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