Multiple choice general knowledge history In Mahabharata,Who was instrumental in Bhisma's death? Arjun Shikhandi Bheema Shri Krishna Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation Shikhandi was instrumental in Bhishma's death because Bhishma had vowed never to fight a woman (or someone born female). Arjuna used Shikhandi as a shield to shoot arrows at Bhishma.