$A$ small bar magnet of magnetic moment $M$ is placed in a uniform magnetic field $H$. If the magnet makes an angle of $30^{\circ}$ with the field,the torque acting on the magnet is:

  • A
    $MH$
  • B
    $\frac{MH}{2}$
  • C
    $\frac{MH}{3}$
  • D
    $\frac{MH}{4}$

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