Not true about anterior cruciate ligament -
Ans. is 'a' i.e., It begins just behind the anterior horn of lateral meniscus on tibia Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)* ACL is one of the most important ligament of the knee joint.* ACL begins from anterior part of intercondylar area of tibia just behind the anterior horn of medial meniscus and runs upwards, backwards & laterally to attach the posterior part of medial surface of lateral condyle of femur.* Both Cruciate Ligaments are Intra articular, intra capsular and extrasynovial. * ACL provides antero-posterior stability and prevents anterior gliding of tibia on femur and prevents hyperextension.* ACL also provides proprioceptive function of knee joint.* ACL is taut during extension.
It begins just behind the anterior horn of lateral meniscus on tibia
It is taut in extension
It provides proprioceptive inputs to knee
It is extrasynovial