Answer

In Jain Dharma, the 11 chief Ganadharas (principal disciples) of Bhagwan Mahavir Swami are traditionally listed as:

• Indrabhuti Gautam — also called Gautam Swami
• Agnibhuti
• Vayubhuti
• Vyakta
• Sudharma Swami
• Mandit
• Mauryaputra
• Akampit
• Achalbhrata
• Metarya
• Prabhas

Explanation

The word Ganadhara means the chief disciple who leads a group of monks and preserves the teachings of a Tirthankar. Bhagwan Mahavir had 11 Ganadharas, and among them Gautam Swami is the most well-known.

After Bhagwan Mahavir’s nirvana, Sudharma Swami continued the Jain sangh and became an important link in preserving Jain teachings.

Takeaway

The Ganadharas are deeply respected because they received Bhagwan Mahavir’s teachings directly and helped preserve the Jain Agam tradition.