pyq/2011/prelims/94

What could be the main reason/reasons for the formation of African and Eurasian desert belt?

1. It is located in the sub-tropical high-pressure cells.

2. It is under the influence of warm ocean currents.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct in this context?

(A) 1 only.

(B) 2 only.

(C) Both 1 and 2.

(D) Neither 1 nor 2.