UPSC PRELIMS · HISTORY · ANCIENT INDIA — BUDDHISM
With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements: 1. Sthaviravadins belong to Mahayana Buddhism. 2. Lokottaravadin sect was an offshoot of Mahasanghika sect of Buddhism. 3. The deification of Buddha by Mahasanghikas fostered Mahayana Buddhism. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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EXPLANATION
Sthaviravadins belong to the early Buddhist tradition rather than Mahayana; the Lokottaravadins were associated with Mahasanghika, and Mahasanghika developments contributed to Mahayana ideas.
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