Ganden Tripa

Ganden Tripa is the spiritual leader of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism, serving as its highest authority. Unlike the Dalai Lama, he is not a tulku, but rather an elected leader chosen for his academic and spiritual qualifications. The Ganden Tripa plays a crucial role in maintaining the continuity of Tibetan Buddhist teachings and leadership, especially in the context of the ongoing geopolitical tensions regarding the next Dalai Lama.