Replacement of $Cl$ of chlorobenzene to give phenol requires drastic conditions,but $Cl$ of $2,4$-dinitrochlorobenzene is readily replaced. This is because,

  • A
    $-NO_2$ group makes the ring electron rich at $o$- and $p$- positions.
  • B
    $-NO_2$ group withdraws electrons from $m$-position.
  • C
    $-NO_2$ donates electrons at $m$-position.
  • D
    $-NO_2$ withdraws electrons from $o$- and $p$-positions.

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