What is the major product expected from the following reaction?

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Solution

The correct option is B

i.e., (b) option since,
$K M n O_{4}$ cold/alk. is a syn dihydroxylating agent.
The reaction proceeds with “syn/cis” stereochemistry of the alkene, meaning that the two alcohols end up on the same side of the alkene.

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