Why did the Jain community split into two sects?

The split occurred due to a famine in Magadha; one group migrated south (Digambaras), while those who stayed (Shvetambaras) adopted white robes and modified their rules.

Ancient Jainism Facts: Kharavela Patronage & Sects (2004 PYQ)

ID: HIS_PHI_2004_28 Ref: Early History of India by Vincent Smith

With reference to ancient Jainism, which one of the following statements is correct?

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King Kharavela of Kalinga was a significant patron of Jainism in the 1st century BC. Historically, Bhadrabahu led the spread of Jainism to South India, and his followers are known as Digambaras.