The reaction of toluene with $\mathrm{Cl}_2$ in presence of $\mathrm{FeCl}_3$ gives predominantly

• A

  benzoyl chloride
• B

  benzyl chloride
• Correct answer
  C

  $o-$and $p-$chlorotoluene
• D

  $m-$chlorotoluene

Solution

Due to $\mathrm{o}$ - and $\mathrm{p}$ - directing nature of $\mathrm{CH}_3$ group.
Hence, (C) is correct answer.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.