The reaction sequence involves: (i) NaCN converts the benzyl bromide to a nitrile, (ii) OH⁻ treatment, (iii) reaction with cyclohexanone forms a cyanohydrin intermediate, and (iv) H₂/Ni reduces the nitrile to a primary amine. The final product has the amine group (-CH₂NH₂) attached to the carbon bearing both the para-methoxyphenyl group and the cyclohexanol ring with the OH group. This corresponds to option D.
JEE Main · 2022 · 24 Jun 2022 · Shift 1 · Single correct option