§ Mr. BURGOYNEasked whether the Maharajah of Kashmir forbids the slaughter of cattle for food and the importation of beef in any form, thereby depriving not only the majority of his own subjects but also the hundreds of Europeans resident there of their most natural meat diet; and, if so, what steps will be taken to induce the Maharajah to repeal this law in the interest of his own subjects and all European residents and visitors?
§ Mr. MONTAGUThis is a matter relating entirely to the internal affairs of a feudatory state. The Secretary of State has no official information on the subject, and, having regard to the fact that he would not propose to take any action even if the hon. Member's allegations were verified, inquiry would not be profitable.