Hence, from Sunni standpoint, one can arrive at a conclusion...

Hence, from Sunni standpoint, one can arrive at a conclusion that the issue of Khilafat is not a religious matter, and as it is not a fundamental ar ticle of the Islamic faith, the acceptance or rejection of Khalifas equally makes no difference to the person concerned. If we do not accept Hazrat Abu Bakr as the legitimate Khalifa, It is just as not recognizing any ruler of a Muslim country.

If some people of Pakistan or Iran do not recognize the democratically elected president of their country, it wouldn't be a sin. Thus, Sunnis, according to their own belief, have no right to criticize Shias if they do not recognize the Khalifas which were solely nominated or elected by the people and not appointed by Allah or His messenger. Shia Standpoint All Shia scholars strongly believe that The Holy Prophet (sws) had clearly mentioned…