Answer

Mahamal / Mahamwal Jains are generally associated with the Śvetāmbara Jain tradition, especially among Jain merchant communities in North India.

Explanation

“Mahamwal” is usually understood as a Jain community or caste-group identity, not a separate Jain sect by itself. In Jain Dharma, the main sectarian identities are:

• Śvetāmbara
• Digambara

Within these, there are further traditions such as Mūrtipūjak, Sthānakavāsī, Terāpanthī, etc.

Many Mahamwal Jains are found among Śvetāmbara Jains, though the exact practice may vary by family and region.

Takeaway

Mahamwal is more of a community identity, while their Jain religious tradition is generally Śvetāmbara.