 The alliance between Gandhi and the Khilafat faction did not last long , and the campaign of resistance proved less effective than hoped , as India 's institutions continued to function . Jinnah sought alternative political ideas , and contemplated organising a new political party as a rival to the Congress . In September 1923 , Jinnah was elected as Muslim member for Bombay in the new Central Legislative Assembly . He showed much skill as a parliamentarian , organising many Indian members to work with the Swaraj Party , and continued to press demands for full responsible government . In 1925 , as recognition for his legislative activities , he was offered a knighthood by Lord Reading , who was retiring from the Viceroyalty . He replied : " I prefer to be plain Mr. Jinnah . " 
