HC Deb 24 October 1932 vol 269 cc579-80
12. Mr. RHYS DAVIES

asked the Secretary of State for India whether the Government of India have under consideration the reduction of the British Army in India?

Sir S. HOARE

As I stated in the House on the 5th October, 1931, expert investigation covering this matter was set on foot in the early summer of that year. It is still proceeding.

Mr. DAVIES

Can the right hon. Gentleman say when he will be able to tell us when a decision is likely to be reached?

Sir S. HOARE

No, Sir. I am afraid that I cannot give that information at present.