An electric dipole placed in a uniform electric field experiences maximum torque when the dipole is placed:

  • A
    Against the direction of the field
  • B
    Towards the electric field
  • C
    Perpendicular to the direction of the field
  • D
    At $135^{\circ}$ to the direction of the field

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