Which of the above is/are the feature/ features of Mahayana Buddhism? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D
The term Mahayana is a Sanskrit word which means “Great Vehicle”. This school of Buddhism believes in the heavenliness of Buddha and Idol worship of Buddha and Bodhisattvas embodying Buddha Nature. It originated in northern India and Kashmir and then spread east into Central Asia, East Asia and some areas of Southeast Asia