A) Two weakened parties joining hands may look less like a comeback and more like a political survival pact.
B) The BJP brings urban support, while the Akali Dal brings rural reach, making the alliance a possible electoral force.
C) The biggest battle may be over seat-sharing, with both parties wanting power without accepting a junior role.
D) Past success cannot guarantee future votes, especially when the Akali Dal still has to win back its lost voter base.