Here is a simple briefing on Dharma Chakra as it appears in Jain symbolism:

• What it is: Dharma Chakra is the wheel that appears on the Jain hand symbol. The palm with a wheel represents ahimsa (non-violence) and the ongoing effort to halt the cycle of birth and death (samsara) through right conduct. The wheel stands for dharma—the path of righteous living. The 24 spokes symbolize the 24 Tirthankaras who guide beings toward liberation. In short, it reminds Jains to practice non-violence, truth, and ethical conduct in daily life. This emblemally combines the core Jain ideals of ahimsa, Ratnatraya (right faith, right knowledge, right conduct), and Parśparopagraho Jīvanam (all life is interconnected). ( jainknowledge.com)

• Tradition and interpretation: The meaning described above is shared across Digambar and Śvetāmbara communities, with only minor stylistic differences in artwork and presentation. The essential message—cultivate non-violence and right conduct to progress on the path to liberation—remains the same. ( jainknowledge.com)

• Why it matters: The Dharma Chakra on the Jain hand is a compact summary of Jain ethics—ahimsa, truth, cleanliness, and other vows—and serves as a constant visual prompt to live with compassion and discipline. ( jainknowledge.com)

You can read more about the Jain symbol and its meanings here