Question

Which of the following is more basic than aniline?

• A. p-nitroaniline
• B. Benzyl amine
• C. Diphenyl amine
• D. Triphenyl amine

Answer 1

The correct option is B Benzyl amine

Although both are primary amines, the nitrogen lone pair of electrons are involved in resonance with the aromatic benzene and are less available to accept a proton whereas benzylamine is an aliphatic amine with a larger $K_b$ than aniline.

So, Option B is correct.