Due to its messianic characteristics, this sect of Buddhism was frequently associated with revolutionary movements.
A)Tantric Buddhism
B)Chan Buddhism
C)Pure Land Buddhism
D)White Lotus Buddhism
E)Hinayana Buddhism

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White Lotus Buddhism is the sect that is frequently associated with revolutionary movements due to its messianic characteristics. Its followers believed in the appearance of a Maitreya Buddha who would bring about a new world order and overthrow the ruling powers. This belief led to several insurgent movements in China during the Ming and Qing dynasties. The sect was also influential in the Taiping Rebellion in the mid-19th century.

Due to Its Messianic Characteristics, This Sect of Buddhism Was