§ 10. Mr. BROCKWAYasked the Secretary of State for India whether, in view of the desirability of extending the attitude of goodwill following the recent declaration of the Viceroy, he will con- 1499 sult with the Indian Government for the purpose of securing a review of the cases of political offenders now in prison and granting an amnesty wherever compatible with the prevention of violence?
§ 12. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHYasked the Secretary of State for India whether he can make any statement about the future treatment of political prisoners and political offences in British India?
§ Mr. BENNA comprehensive inquiry is being made as to the treatment of prisoners, but I can make no statement on the matter at present.
§ Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHYWill my right hon. Friend let me know when he is in a position to make a statement?
§ Mr. BENNGladly; as soon as the inquiry is over, I shall be glad to give my hon. and gallant Friend and the House full particulars.