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.