How It Happened
Struck by Arjuna's arrow in neck while chariot wheel stuck in mud
Why It Happened
Part of war; Arjuna and Karna were arch-enemies
About Karna
Karna was great warrior but fought for Kauravas. He was killed by Arjuna.
Relations
Karna was son of Kunti, half-brother of Pandavas
About Arjuna
Arjuna defeated his arch-enemy Karna.
Relations
Arjuna was third Pandava brother
Frequently Asked Questions
On which day was Karna killed?
Karna was killed on Day 16 of the Kurukshetra War.
Who killed Karna?
Karna was killed by Arjuna.
How was Karna killed?
Struck by Arjuna's arrow in neck while chariot wheel stuck in mud
Why was Karna killed?
Part of war; Arjuna and Karna were arch-enemies
What were the relationships between Arjuna and Karna?
Arjuna (Arjuna was third Pandava brother) killed Karna (Karna was son of Kunti, half-brother of Pandavas).
Which sides were Arjuna and Karna fighting for?
Arjuna was fighting for the Pandava side, while Karna was fighting for the Kaurava side.