§ 41. Mr. Sorensenasked the Secretary of State for India whether he will give the prevailing prices of main foodstuffs in India in comparison with 1939 prices, particularly in the areas threatened with dearth; and the average wages now being paid to Indian railway, textile, mining and munition workers compared with 1939?
§ Mr. AmeryThe information is not available in this country, but I will ask the Government of India whether they can conveniently furnish it.
§ Mr. SorensenIs the right hon. Gentleman satisfied with this disparity between wages and the cost of foodstuffs in India at the present time?
§ Mr. AmeryThese matters are undoubtedly the concern of the Provincial Governments, and it is for them to be satisfied.
§ Mr. SorensenBut surely the right hon. Gentleman is constantly advising the Government of India of our interest in this matter?