Which of the following is/are the sect(s) of Jainism?

Hinayana

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Mahayana

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Digambaras

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Svetambaras

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Solution

The correct option is D Svetambaras
During the Mauryan period, a dispute broke out regarding the practices of Jainism. This led to the division of Jainism into two sects, the Digambaras and the Svetambaras.

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