HC Deb 06 April 1936 vol 310 cc2391-2
5. Mr. THURTLE

asked the Under-Secretary of State for India whether, in view of the Government's declared intention to deprive Mr. Subhas C. Bose of his liberty in the event of his return to India, it is the intention of the Government to formulate a definite charge against Mr. Bose and bring him to trial on this charge?

Mr. BUTLER

As regards the action to be taken against Mr. Subhas Bose, my Noble Friend must be guided by the views of the authorities in India. Mr. Bose was previously detailed under Regulation III of 1818, a procedure which does not involve trial upon definite charges.

Mr. THURTLE

Will the hon. Gentleman ascertain the views of the Government of India as to any future course of action against Mr. Bose?

Mr. BUTLER

Certainly.

Mr. MAXTON

Will the hon. Gentleman not use his influence to stop the persecution of this gentleman who has a distinguished record of public work in India?

Mr. BUTLER

The same reasons which led to Mr. Bose's detention in 1932 still hold good, but he his been allowed to visit Europe for medical reasons.