Apparently Muslim efforts to keep the institution of Khilafat alive failed but otherwise these efforts had far reaching impact on the Indian politics i.e.
i. Beginning of common man's politics in the sub-continent
In was the first popular movement which touched almost all parts of the sub- continent. It was through Khilafat platform that the leaders of public opinion came very close to the common man. It gave people the consciousness which was to serve as a motivating force behind the Muslim struggle for the achievement of Pakistan in the days to come.
ii. A Step towards the Liberation of India
It was an important step towards the liberation of India from the shackles of the British rule. The forceful expression of India's popular sentiments against imperialism helped the British rulers to understand that it was impossible to keep India under their control forever, they started to make their mind to quit.
iii. Spirit of global Muslim brotherhood strengthened
The Khilafat Movement strengthened the spirit of Pan- Islamism and the feelings of global Muslim brotherhood. Its failure made the Muslims realise that religious issues cannot be resolved through agitational politics.
iv. Inspiration for the Turk soldiers
Although the Indian Muslims did not succeed in achieving their core objectives, yet the Khilafat Movement did great service to the Turks who were fighting the war of their survival. Speeches and statements of the Khilafat leaders were translated and spread in Turkey, and it gave the Turk soldiers courage to consolidate and strengthen their position in the areas left for Turkey after the war was over, and drive the enemies out of the Turk areas.
v. Success of a moderate approach
The moderate Muslims leaders like Allama Muhammad Iqbal and the Quaid-e-Azam were second to none in their sympathies for the Turks, but they did not indulge themselves in the politics of agitation or the emotional frenzy spurred by the Khilafat leaders. They believed that no substantial success can be achieved through emotional and agitation politics. Result proved that these leaders were right. Failure of the Khilafat Movement enhanced people's trust and confidences in moderate politicians.
