Which one of following hormones is not produced during the pregnancy…

The correct answer is Option (3) → Androgens

Option (1) hCG — Produced during pregnancy. The placenta makes hCG, which keeps the corpus luteum working in early pregnancy.

Option (2) Relaxin — Produced during pregnancy. The ovary secretes relaxin in the later phase; it relaxes the pelvic ligaments for birth.

Option (3) Androgens — Not produced during pregnancy. Androgens are male sex hormones made by the Leydig cells of the testis. They are not among the pregnancy hormones.

Option (4) hPL — Produced during pregnancy. Human placental lactogen is made by the placenta and prepares the mother’s body to feed the foetus.

Note: A similar question was also asked in CUET (UG) 2026 on 24-05-2026 (Slot 1).

NCERT Extract:
Pregnancy and Embryonic Development – “… The placenta facilitate the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the embryo and also removal of carbon dioxide and excretory/waste materials produced by the embryo. The placenta is connected to the embryo through an umbilical cord which helps in the transport of substances to and from the embryo. Placenta also acts as an endocrine tissue and produces several hormones like human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), human placental lactogen (hPL), estrogens, progestogens, etc. In the later phase of pregnancy, a hormone called relaxin is also secreted by the ovary. Let us remember that hCG, hPL and relaxin are produced in women only during pregnancy.”