§ 65 and 66. Mr. C. WILLIAMSasked the Secretary of State for India (1) how many lives were lost owing to political disturbances in India during the years 1925, 1926, 1927, 1928, 1929 and 1930, respectively;
(2) if he can give figures showing how many persons were imprisoned for political disturbances in India during the years 1925, 1926, 1927, 1928, 1929 and 1930, respectively?
§ The SECRETARY of STATE for INDIA (Mr. Wedgwood Benn)I regret that the information is not available in the form in which the hon. Member requests it.
Earl WINTERTONIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that he promised me the figures of political offences, and when will that information be available?
§ Mr. BENNI have taken some steps to implement the promise that I made, and will inform the Noble Lord as soon as possible.