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Abhimanyu killed by Dushasana's son

Killed

Abhimanyu

Pandava

Killer

Dushasana's son

Kaurava

How It Happened

Killed in a mace-fight by Dushasana's son after being disarmed and his chariot destroyed

Why It Happened

Part of war; Abhimanyu was trapped in the Chakravyuha and attacked by multiple Kaurava warriors

About Abhimanyu

Abhimanyu was a brave warrior and son of Arjuna. He died heroically while trying to break through the Chakravyuha.

Relations

Son of Arjuna and Subhadra, nephew of Krishna

About Dushasana's son

Dushasana's son delivered the final blow to Abhimanyu.

Relations

Son of Dushasana, Kaurava warrior

Frequently Asked Questions

On which day was Abhimanyu killed?

Abhimanyu was killed on Day 13 of the Kurukshetra War.

Who killed Abhimanyu?

Abhimanyu was killed by Dushasana's son.

How was Abhimanyu killed?

Killed in a mace-fight by Dushasana's son after being disarmed and his chariot destroyed

Why was Abhimanyu killed?

Part of war; Abhimanyu was trapped in the Chakravyuha and attacked by multiple Kaurava warriors

What were the relationships between Dushasana's son and Abhimanyu?

Dushasana's son (Son of Dushasana, Kaurava warrior) killed Abhimanyu (Son of Arjuna and Subhadra, nephew of Krishna).

Which sides were Dushasana's son and Abhimanyu fighting for?

Dushasana's son was fighting for the Kaurava side, while Abhimanyu was fighting for the Pandava side.