Chemistry · PYQ NEET UG 2026

Given below are two statements: Statement-I: Oxidation of p-nitrotoluene with acidic KMnO4 gives an acid that is stronger than benzoic acid. Statement-II: Reduction of p-nitrotoluene with Sn/HCl followed by neutralization gives an amine that is more basic than aniline. In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

1. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct.
2. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are incorrect.
3. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect.
4. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct.