When does the torque acting on an electric dipole in a uniform electric field become zero?

  • A
    When the dipole is parallel to the electric field.
  • B
    When the dipole is perpendicular to the electric field.
  • C
    When the dipole is at an angle of $45^{\circ}$ to the electric field.
  • D
    When the dipole is at an angle of $60^{\circ}$ to the electric field.

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