§ 71. Mr. Sorensenasked the Under secretary of State for India whether he is aware of the statement of policy issued officially by the Working Committee of the Indian National Congress and in particular the paragraph therein dealing with war aims; and what action His Majesty's Government intends to take in the matter?
§ The Under-Secretary of State for India (Sir Hugh O'Neill)The answer to the first part of the question is in the affirmative. The matter is under the Governor-General's consideration and I am not in a position to make any statement at present.
§ Mr. SorensenIn view of the very great importanceof this question, may we 1346 expect a statement from the Government at an early date?
§ Sir H. O'NeillI am sure a statement will be made at the earliest possible date.