Question

Based on the descriptions, determine whether the individuals follow the Theravada or the Mahayana form of Buddhism. Kai’s Buddhist practice is dominant in countries such as Japan and Korea. Carol’s Buddhist practice is reserved for nuns and monks. Rakesh follows the traditional teachings of the Buddha himself. Cali follows the largest branch of Buddhism that exists today.

Answer 1

Buddhism split into three main branches after Buddha's death. They were: Theravada, Mahayana and Tibetan.

EXPLANATION :

1. Kai's Buddhist practice was dominant in countries such as Japan and Korea. The Mahayana branch of Buddhism is seen more dominantly in China, Japan, Taiwan, Korea, Singapore, and Vietnam.
2. Carol's Buddhist practice is reserved for nuns and monks which indicates it's the Tibetan branch of Buddhism. Tibetan believes that the best way to attain nirvana is through being a monk or a nun.
3. Rakesh followed the traditional teachings of the Buddha himself which is the Theravada form of Buddhism. Theravada is the oldest form of Buddhism in which the path adheres to the oldest surviving recorded sayings of the Buddha.