Multiple choice

Why did Buddhism split into 2 branches?

  1. Because of disagreement between Buddhists.

  2. Because Asoka told them it was mandatory to split.

  3. Because they thought it would be convenient to split.

  4. Because they wanted to split.
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Explanation

Buddhism split into branches like Theravada and Mahayana primarily due to disagreements over monastic practices and the interpretation of the Buddha's teachings. These differences in doctrine and lifestyle led to the formal division.

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