The Digambaras and Shvetambaras differ primarily regarding their:

Correct Answer: Dress

Subject: history

Explanation: Digambaras literally mean 'sky-clad' (dik = directions/sky, ambara = cloth) and they do not wear clothes, symbolizing complete renunciation of material possessions. Shvetambaras (shveta = white, ambara = cloth) wear white clothes. This was the key issue at the Pataliputra Council (~300 BCE) that led to the split. Both sects follow the same core Jain philosophy of Ahimsa, Anekantavada, and Aparigraha. Both worship the same 24 Tirthankaras. Rituals differ slightly but dress remains the PRIMARY distinction.

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