§ 13. Mr. Sorensenasked the Secretary of State for India what action is proposed to be taken to prevent executive officials in India from interfering with the course of justice by destroying petitions of habeas corpus submitted from prison, as in the instance of a Bombay barrister, Mr. Pardiwalla; and by arresting in the precincts of the court lawyers engaged for the defence in political cases.
§ Mr. ButlerI have seen a Press report of the matters referred to, but am unable 956 to comment in the absence of fuller official information, for which I have telegraphed. Upon its receipt, I will communicate further with the hon. Member.