A) Sukhbir Badal continues to position the Akali Dal as a defender of Panthic institutions and issues.
B) The debate over religion and politics remains a central feature of Punjab's political landscape.
C) Accusations of politicising religious institutions often generate as much political heat as public concern.
D) For the Akali Dal, the bigger challenge may be proving it can offer solutions for Punjab's future, not just arguments about its past.