HC Deb 21 July 1930 vol 241 c1716
2. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

asked the Secretary of State for India how many Indian officers of His Majesty's Army have passed through the Staff College, either at Camberley or Quetta; and how many Indian officers are at present attending the Staff Colleges in this country or in India?

Mr. BENN

The answer to both parts of the question is None. It may be taken that Indian officers generally are as yet too junior for these courses, which they will reach in due time.

Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that a number of Indian officers have reached the necessary seniority for taking the Staff College course, and when is it intended to send Indian officers to these colleges?

Mr. BENN

I do not know about that, but the general principle of my answer is correct.