HC Deb 23 June 1932 vol 267 c1260
64. Major MILNER

asked the Secretary of State for India the number of persons arrested and imprisoned in the month of May in connection with the civil disobedience campaign; the latest available figures showing the number of persons arrested and imprisoned or detained for offences in connection with the civil disobedience campaign since last November; and the total number of such persons at present serving sentences or under detention?

Sir S. HOARE

I am circulating a statement in the OFFICIAL REPORT.

Major MILNER

Can the right hon. Gentleman indicate whether that will show an increase or a decrease in the numbers in prison?

Sir S. HOARE

It will show a decrease.

Following is the statement: