RELIGIONS
HINDUISM
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Question
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How many branches of Buddhism formed after Buddha’s death?
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3
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1
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2
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4
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The Buddha died in the early 5th century B.C. His teachings, called the dharma, spread over Asia and developed into three basic traditions: Theravada, Mahayana and Vajrayana.
Detailed explanation-2: -Reformers called themselves the “greater vehicle” (Mahayana), and they labeled the traditionalists the “lesser vehicle” (Theravada).
Detailed explanation-3: -After the death of Buddha, Buddhism was divided into two sects namely Mahayana and Hinayana.
Detailed explanation-4: -There are three main schools of Buddhism: Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana.
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