Name two sects of Buddhism. Write any one difference between them… - Vidyadip

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Name two sects of Buddhism. Write any one difference between them.

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The two sects of Buddhism are Mahayana and Hinayana:

The Hinayana was the traditional form of Buddhism, whereas Mahayana was the modern form of it.
Literally, Mahayana means the great vehicle, whereas Hinayana means the lesser vehicle.

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