HC Deb 08 April 1943 vol 388 c784
11. Mr. Sorensen

asked the Secretary of State for India the circumstances that have led to the Premier of Bombay relinquishing his office?

The Secretary of State for India (Mr. Amery)

The resignation of Mr. Fazl Huq, who has been Premier of Bengal since the introduction of Provincial autonomy in 1937, occurred in the normal course of procedure under Provincial representative institutions. He was not dismissed from office.

Mr. Sorensen

Did Mr. Fazl Huq give any explanation for his resignation, and is it connected in any way with the political situation in India?

Mr. Amery

The explanation was given to the Parliament of Bengal.

Mr. Sorensen

Could the Minister say what it was?

Mr. Amery

It was given at some length.

Mr. Sorensen

Then could the Minister give us a précis?

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