In the given arrangement, the current in the wire XY is increasing steadily. The direction of induced current in the metal rings 1 and 2 will be, respectively.

clockwise, anticlockwise

The correct answer is Option (4) → clockwise, anticlockwise

Magnetic field due to current in wire XY is increasing as current increases.

At ring 1 (above the wire), magnetic field is into the plane. Increasing flux into the plane induces current clockwise to oppose it.

At ring 2 (below the wire), magnetic field is out of the plane. Increasing flux out of the plane induces current anticlockwise to oppose it.

Answer: Ring 1 → Clockwise, Ring 2 → Anticlockwise