Answer : Option C

Explanation :

Sub-tropical high pressure belt is dynamically induced and characterized with anti-cyclonic conditions. This is why this zone is characterized by anticyclonic conditions which cause atmospheric stability and aridity. The convergence of winds at higher altitude above this zone results in the subsidence of air from higher altitudes. Thus, descent of winds results in the contraction of their volume and ultimately causes high pressure. This is one of the reasons for the presence of hot deserts of the world in the western parts of the continents in a zone extending between 25°-35° in both the hemispheres. This zone of high pressure is called ‘horse latitude’ because of prevalence of frequent calms.