It is too early to come to any conclusion on the generational change in the hierarchy of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). But, with the year ending, it seems to be a new beginning for them as Opposition, no doubt.

Although the second generation leaders have some time to settle themselves since no major electoral tests await them next year, they have to sort out at least some of the problems. The new team faces a major challenge of attracting young voters to the party; the party stands divided; and lakhs of its members are a demoralised lot.