41. Mahayana and Hinayana form of Buddhism differed mainly because?

(a) Buddha was a Human being in Mahayana where as he is considered as god in Hinayana

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(b) Mahayana did not believe in idol worship

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(d) None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is C
(c) Buddha was considered as god in Mahayana sect where as he is just a human being in Hinayana sect

Ans 41. C
Explanation:In Mahayana Buddhism, the practice of idol worship and making offerings was the characteristic feature whereas in Hinayana the followers wanted to maintain original purity of buddhas teachings.

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