§ 1. Sir J. D. REESasked the Secretary of State for India whether he can give the House any information regarding the War Conference held at Delhi, and the offers made by Indian princes and ruling chiefs of aid to the British Government?
§ The PRESIDENT of the BOARD of EDUCATION (Mr. Herbert Fisher)The Delhi Conference has been held in response to the Prime Minister's Message inviting the Government and the people of India to redouble their efforts in the common cause. The Viceroy's object in convening it was to invite the co-operation of all classes in sinking domestic discussions, in securing their active support of measures for developing the man-power and resources of the country, and in cheerfully bearing the burdens necessary to that end.
As regards the last part of the question, particulars have not yet reached the Secretary of State.
§ Sir J. JARDINECould the right hon. Gentleman say whether the response made by the princes and ruling chiefs in India has been as much as was expected by the Secretary of State?
§ Mr. FISHERThe Secretary of State has not yet received this information.